Shepherd's cottage pie and Cumberland pie are two classic and iconic British dishes that are perfect comfort food for a cold winter's night. Shepherd's cottage pie is a hearty and flavorful dish made with minced lamb, vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping, while Cumberland pie is a variation that uses minced beef instead of lamb. Both dishes are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences, making them a great choice for a family meal or a special occasion.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
COTTAGE PIE (SHEPHERD'S PIE)
What most of us think of as Shepherd's Pie is actually Cottage Pie. This easy recipe is very adaptable and perfect for a comforting dinner.
Provided by Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
Categories Dinner Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 400F.
- Saute your beef over medium high heat until browned, 7-10 min. Remove the beef from the skillet.
- Add the vegetables** and garlic to the beef juices in the pan. Cook until soft, 7-10 min.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the tomato paste and flour. Saute until the flour is completely moistened.
- Return the cooked beef to pan. Add the stock, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Simmer 5-10 min, until the gravy thickens.
- Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the meat mixture into a greased, 8x8 baking dish. Spoon or pipe the mashed potatoes over the meat mixture.
- Place the dish in the oven at 400F and cook for 20-30 min or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Let stand 5-10 min before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calories, ServingSize 1/5 of recipe
SHEPHERD'S PIE (COTTAGE PIE)
This meal is one of my favorites.This recipe can't be screwed up. The best part is that the ingredients are already in the cuboard, and if there not its is still cheap.
Provided by Jasmyns_momma
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 servings per person, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- =Preheat oven 350°F.
- =Peel and boil about 4 potatoes for about 20 minutes.
- =Fry 1lb of Hamburger, when done drain and rinse off.
- =Add 1 can of tomato soup to hamburger and mix until all meat is covered. Shut burner off.
- =Take any Cake pan or Casserole dish and add the hamburger with tomato soup and spread evenly .
- =Drain 1 can(14.5oz) of Green beans and (15.25 oz) corn and spread evenly across the top of Hamburger.
- =Drain potatoes and add about 1/3 cup of milk,4 tbs of butter, dash of salt,and pepper. Mash until the potatoes are as smooth as possible. if its still thick u can add more butter or milk. doesnt matter which. I prefer to add more butter.
- =Add the mashed potatoes to the top of the hamburgar and vegetables. and spread evenly across. The amounts of potatoes is up to u. (I like it thick, My husband likes it thin).
- =Take kraft cheese slices or the equvilant and add each slice evenly and closely to each other across the top of the potatoes.You can double the amount of the cheese in case You like lots of cheese.
- =When your oven is preheated to about 350F set inside untill the cheese is melted or untill it is warm.The size of your pan is determined on how long to bake it. the thicker the pan is then set the oven on a lower setting and cook untill it is at your desired warmth.
- I hope You enjoy this recipe as much as we do.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.4, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 109.5, Sodium 516.9, Carbohydrate 80.1, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 11.1, Protein 34.9
CUMBERLAND PIE
This is a very tasty comfort food dish. You can prepare it the day ahead, put the potatoes on the day you are cooking it, Bake in 350°F oven for 1/2 hour and then broil as noted in the recipe.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Potato
Time 1h55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the beef in the 1 tsp of bacon fat over medium heat until half cooked.
- Add the onion, carrot, mushrooms and the celery coated in the flour.
- Saute until the veggies are just beginning to soften.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and add the beef broth, Worcestershire, marmite, pepper and tarragon. Mix well.
- Put a lid on the pan; simmer 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add bacon.
- Meanwhile mash the potatoes with 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
- Add salt and pepper and a bit of butter is you wish.
- Transfer the meat mixture to a 4-cup casserole dish.
- Spread or pipe the potatoes over top.
- Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and a bit of paprika.
- Broil until the cheese is bubbly and the top is brown.
- Serve with salad and crusty rolls for an easy supper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.5, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 104.4, Sodium 926.2, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 39.2
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground lamb and ground beef.
- If you don't have any leftover vegetables, you can use frozen or canned vegetables instead.
- To make the pie ahead of time, assemble the pie and bake it for 30 minutes. Then, let it cool completely and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the pie in a 350°F oven for 30-45 minutes, or until heated through.
- Serve the pie with a side of mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Shepherd's Cottage Pie and Cumberland Pie are two classic British dishes that are perfect for a hearty and comforting meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can easily make these pies at home. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give one of these pies a try.
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