Best 8 Ground Beef Shepherds Pie Recipes

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Ground beef shepherds pie is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. This dish is made with ground beef, vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping. The beef is cooked in a flavorful sauce and combined with vegetables such as carrots, celery, and peas. The mixture is then topped with a creamy mashed potato topping and baked until golden brown. Shepherds pie is a hearty and filling meal that is perfect for a cold winter night. It can be served with a side of vegetables or salad for a complete meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE GROUND BEEF SHEPHERD'S PIE



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"Our son Charlie loves to help in the kitchen," relates Lera Joe Bayer from Wirtz, Virginia. "When we have leftover mashed potatoes, Charlie fixes this dish. It's a great meal with a green salad."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1-1/2 cups frozen sliced carrots, thawed
4 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add soup, peas and carrots. Pour into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with potatoes., Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

GROUND BEEF SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This hearty supper-in-one sent by Elaine Williams is ideal for small families. The Surrey, British Columbia cook uses ground beef, frozen veggies and canned gravy to hurry along the down-home dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) beef gravy
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2-1/2 cups mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the gravy, vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Spread potatoes over the top. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 890mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

GROUND BEEF SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Here's a quick, throw together recipe for shepherd's pie. Browned meat smothered in rich mashed potatoes with your favorite vegetables. A quick and easy dinner to make for your family.

Provided by GINGER P

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Shepherd's Pie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup green beans
1 cup tomatoes, diced
2 potatoes, cooked and mashed
1 egg, beaten
½ cup water
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degree F (175 degree C). Coat a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the ground beef and basil, and cook and stir for 5 more minutes. Mix in the garlic, green beans, and tomatoes, and simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer beef mixture to prepared dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, egg, and water. Spread evenly over meat mixture.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes start to brown on top. Sprinkle with cheese, and continue cooking for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 128.3 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 228.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SHEPHERD'S PIE (CROCK POT)



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Left-over mashed potatoes make this simple, filling crock pot dish a breeze to put together in the morning (and have a tasty meal at dinner). I've included the original recipe -- which was just thrown together through experimenting with the classic ingredients -- and two variations.

Provided by NELady

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h50m

Yield 1 pie, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 -4 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1 1/2-2 lbs ground beef
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped finely
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 -2 carrot, shredded
1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen or canned)
1/2 cup sweet peas (fresh, frozen or canned)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
6 ounces water
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika (sprinkle on top of mashed potatoes for garnish)
chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Brown the meat with the onion, garlic, celery and carrots until ground beef is no longer pink; drain any fat.
  • Mix corn, sweet peas, salt, black pepper, tomato paste and water (fill up the 6 oz tomato paste can for measurement) into the meat mixture; stir well.
  • Spray the inside of the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray; pour meat mixture into the bottom of crockpot; press into the bottom of the crockpot so it is dense and even.
  • Spread leftover mashed potatoes (evenly) over the meat mixture.
  • Sprinkle the mashed potatoes with paprika (optional, for garnish).
  • Cook on low 6 hours (high 3 hours); then, remove the lid for 30 minutes to allow the potatoes to brown.
  • Sprinkle pie with fresh, chopped parsley (optional, for garnish).
  • VARIATION 1: CHEESY SHEPHERD'S PIE--Add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the pie by pressing the cheese over the meat mixture, and then layering the mashed potatoes on top of the cheese; Cook same length, same way.
  • VARIATION 2: RUNZA/CABBAGE SHEPHERD'S PIE--Substitute shredded cabbage (2 cups) for the peas and corn; cook same length, same way.

EASY GROUND BEEF SHEPHERD'S PIE RECIPE



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To me, Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate comfort food - meat and potatoes, topped in melted cheese. It just doesn't get any better than that.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef
½ onion (chopped)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 Tablespoons whole wheat flour
1 Tablespoon tomato paste
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 Tablespoon soy sauce
14.5 ounces low sodium beef broth
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas and corn)
salt and pepper (to taste)
13.75 ounces instant mashed potatoes
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef, onion, and garlic. Sauté until beef is fully cooked. Drain grease.
  • Add flour and cook for a minute longer.
  • Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and beef broth. Cook for 5 minutes or until sauce begins to thicken.
  • Reduce the heat to low and stir in the frozen vegetables, salt and pepper.
  • Pour meat mixture into the bottom of prepared dish.
  • Prepare potatoes according to package directions. Carefully spread 5 cups prepared mashed potatoes on top of the meat.
  • Top with shredded sharp cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the meat mixture is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 357 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 454 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 3 g

BEEF SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 rib celery, sliced
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, quartered
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup canned low sodium beef broth
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
4 cups Mashed Potatoes, recipe follows
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, optional
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled quartered
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
3/4 cup whole milk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, garlic, half the salt, and oregano. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until mushrooms are soft and tomato paste has turned brick red, about 8 minutes more. Stir in the beef, the broth, the remaining salt, the Worcestershire, and some pepper, breaking up any large clumps of meat, cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the meat and vegetables to a 2-quart oval casserole dish and spread the mashed potatoes over the top, leaving a 1/4-inch boarder around the edge. Make a decorative pattern on the top of the potatoes, if desired. Sprinkle with cheese, if using, and dot with the remaining tablespoon of butter. Bake until potatoes brown and the juices bubble around the edge, about 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Put the potatoes in a saucepan with cold water to cover by about 1-inch and add the salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, uncovered, until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes. At the same time, combine the milk and butter in a small saucepan and warm over low heat until the butter is melted. Remove from the heat and cover to keep warm.
  • Drain the potatoes and return to the saucepan. Toss the potatoes over medium heat until dry. Add the heated milk mixture and mash the potatoes until just slightly chunky, then stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

BEEF SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Make and share this Beef Shepherd's Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Valerie in Florida

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 celery rib, sliced
1/2 lb cremini mushroom, quartered
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup canned low sodium beef broth
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
fresh ground black pepper
4 cups mashed potatoes, recipe follows
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
1 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled quartered
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
3/4 cup whole milk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For Beef Mixture:.
  • Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, garlic, half the salt, and oregano. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until mushrooms are soft and tomato paste has turned brick red, about 8 minutes more. Stir in the beef, the broth, the remaining salt, the Worcestershire, and some pepper, breaking up any large clumps of meat, cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the meat and vegetables to a 2-quart oval casserole dish and spread the mashed potatoes over the top, leaving a 1/4-inch boarder around the edge. Make a decorative pattern on the top of the potatoes, if desired. Sprinkle with cheese, if using, and dot with the remaining tablespoon of butter. Bake until potatoes brown and the juices bubble around the edge, about 40 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • For Mashed Potatoes:.
  • Put the potatoes in a saucepan with cold water to cover by about 1-inch and add the salt. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, uncovered, until the potatoes are tender but not mushy, about 15 minutes. At the same time, combine the milk and butter in a small saucepan and warm over low heat until the butter is melted. Remove from the heat and cover to keep warm.
  • Drain the potatoes and return to the saucepan. Toss the potatoes over medium heat until dry. Add the heated milk mixture and mash the potatoes until just slightly chunky, then stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

SHEPHERD'S PIE VI



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This Shepherd's Pie is a layered casserole of beef, carrots, and potato.

Provided by Jacquie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Shepherd's Pie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste
5 carrots, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ketchup
¾ cup beef broth
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash. Mix in butter, finely chopped onion and 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, mash and set aside. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C.)
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan. Add onion and cook until clear. Add ground beef and cook until well browned. Pour off excess fat, then stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add ketchup and beef broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Spread the ground beef in an even layer on the bottom of a 2 quart casserole dish. Next, spread a layer of mashed carrots. Top with the mashed potato mixture and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 64.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 294.6 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce the amount of fat in the dish.
  • Chop the vegetables into small pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Season the ground beef mixture well with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the filling, such as carrots, peas, celery, and onions.
  • Add a layer of mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes to the top of the pie for a creamy and flavorful topping.
  • Bake the pie for 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Let the pie cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its hearty ground beef filling, creamy mashed potatoes, and flavorful vegetables, it's a dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give shepherd's pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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