Comforting and hearty, Scots au gratin shepherds pie is the ultimate winter treat. The combination of minced lamb, vegetables, and a creamy sauce, topped with a crispy layer of melted cheese, is simply irresistible. Whether you're cooking for a family gathering or just want to indulge in a delicious meal, this classic Scottish dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. With its rich flavor and easy-to-make steps, it's no wonder that Scots au gratin shepherds pie has become a staple in many households.
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SCOT'S AU GRATIN SHEPHERD'S PIE
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Heat oil and butter in a stock pot. Season the meat with salt and pepper.
- Coat the meat completely in flour and sauté in the stock pot. Get it good and brown over medium heat. Don't be afraid to get the meat nice and dark.
- Once browned, add the vegetables and tomato paste. Mixture should be good and thick. Slowly add the beef stock while stirring the meat till meat is covered with liquid and continue to stir. Add bay leaf.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes to really incorporate the flavors as well as thicken.
- In a 1-quart casserole dish, pour stew into dish. Prepare a box of Idahoan® Au Gratin potatoes following package directions for stove top and pour over the stew mixture.
- Place in a pre-heated oven covered for 15 minutes then remove cover and continue baking for another 15 minutes.
A SCOTSMAN'S SHEPHERD PIE
Yes, shepherd's pie is predominantly thought of as Irish or British. But since I'm Scottish, I thought I'd give it a unique twist to suit my ancestral tastes. The use of lamb, the smoky, heather taste of Guinness® Draught (Irish, I admit), and the topping of sharp Cheddar and smoked paprika give this version its unique, smoky-sweet flavor.
Provided by Larry Short
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland Scottish
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Stir potatoes, sour cream, cream cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, egg yolk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper together in a bowl until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add ground lamb, reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and crumbly, 4 to 5 minutes. Pour off excess grease and season lamb with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Stir tomatoes with juice, onion, and carrot into ground lamb; simmer until vegetables are tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add peas, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring frequently, until peas are warmed, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Heat beer in a saucepan over medium heat; add beef bouillon. Cook and stir beer mixture until bouillon is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a separate pan over medium-low heat until sizzling. Whisk flour into butter until thick and paste-like, about 1 minute. Stir beer mixture and Worcestershire sauce into flour mixture until gravy is smooth and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir gravy into lamb mixture and simmer until mixture is thickened, at least 5 minutes.
- Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Grease a 9x12-inch baking dish.
- Pour lamb mixture into the prepared baking dish. Carefully spoon mashed potatoes over lamb mixture, covering like a crust. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese, parsley, and paprika over mashed potatoes.
- Broil in the preheated oven until crust is browned and cheese is melted, 4 to 5 minutes. Cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 96.5 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 560.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
SHEPHERD'S PIE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, ground lamb, salt, pepper, large onion, large carrots, garlic, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, tomato paste, worcestershire sauce, red wine, chicken stock, yukon gold potato, unsalted butter, large egg yolks, sour cream, grated parmesan cheese
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Dinner
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220˚C).
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground lamb, season with salt and pepper, and fry for 5 minutes, until cooked through.
- Add the onion, carrots, garlic, thyme, and rosemary, stir, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the veggies are softened and the meat is well-browned.
- Add the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce and stir to incorporate. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the liquid evaporates and the meat is aromatic.
- Pour in the red wine and reduce until almost completely evaporated.
- Add the chicken stock, bring to a boil, and cook the meat until the stock has evaporated, 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender. Drain, then return to the hot pan over low heat to dry out a bit.
- Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl and mash until smooth.
- Add salt, the butter, egg yolks, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese. Fold until well combined.
- Transfer the potatoes to a piping bag or zip-top bag fitted with a star tip.
- Spoon the lamb mixture into a large baking dish. Pipe the golden mashed potatoes over the lamb.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until the potatoes are golden brown.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 4 grams
SCOT'S AU GRATIN SHEPHERD'S PIE
A combination of au gratin and shepherd's pie takes meat and potatoes to a whole new level.
Provided by Idahoan
Categories Idahoan®
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Heat oil and butter in a stock pot. Season the meat with salt and pepper.
- Coat the meat completely in flour and saute in the stock pot. Get it good and brown over medium heat. Don't be afraid to get the meat nice and dark.
- Once browned, add the vegetables and tomato paste. Mixture should be good and thick. Slowly add the beef stock while stirring the meat till meat is covered with liquid and continue to stir. Add bay leaf.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes to really incorporate the flavors as well as thicken.
- In a 1-quart casserole dish, pour stew into dish. Prepare a box of Idahoan Au Gratin potatoes following package directions for stove top and pour over the stew mixture.
- Place in a pre-heated oven covered for 15 minutes then remove cover and continue baking for another 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 95.3 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 843.3 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
Tips and Conclusion
To make the perfect Scot's au Gratin Shepherd's Pie, follow these tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the pie will be.
- Don't overcook the meat. Overcooked meat will be tough and dry.
- Let the pie cool slightly before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set.
- Serve the pie with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Scot's au Gratin Shepherd's Pie is a delicious and hearty dish. It's perfect for a cold winter night or a special occasion. With its rich, flavorful filling and crispy, cheesy topping, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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