When it comes to comfort food, Shepherd's Pie with caramelized onions is a dish that truly shines. With its hearty filling of minced lamb or beef, topped with a creamy mashed potato layer and a sprinkling of cheese, it's a classic favorite that satisfies both the soul and the taste buds. But the secret to a truly exceptional Shepherd's Pie lies in the caramelized onions. These sweet, golden onions add a layer of richness and depth of flavor that takes the dish to the next level. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this guide will provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to create a mouthwatering Shepherd's Pie with caramelized onions that will impress your family and friends.
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SHEPHERD'S PIE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS
This is an old recipe that my children loved when they were younger--fresh simple flavors--especially if you caramelize the onions right! Family favorite from "Farmhouse Cookbook". You can simplify it by using instant mashed potatoes, but fresh is definitely better. (I just recently made this and thought I'd up the nutritional value by throwing in a bag of fresh spinach and stirring it in just before I put mixture in pan to bake. Mmm -- great addition.)
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Meat
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Steam potatoes in a steamer basket over boiling water until they are soft, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, mix ground beef in a bowl with allspice, salt and pepper to taste.
- Brown seasoned ground beef in a large skillet until it is almost cooked through, but still somewhat pink.
- Transfer to a medium-size bowl with a slotted spoon.
- Add the onions to the fat in the skillet, cover and cook, stirring frequently, until they are a deep golden to dark brown, about 10 minutes.
- The onions should get quite dark brown and caramelized. (Don't cook at too high of a heat, or they will burn).
- Add the water and stir, scraping browned bits from bottom of skillet.
- Add onions and the cooking liquid to the ground beef and stir until combined. Season to taste and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Mash the potatoes until they are completely smooth, adding the milk and cream as you mash them.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper. (The potatoes will be quite soft)
- Add corn to the meat mixture.
- Press mixture into a 9-inch glass pie plate or 8x8-inch glass baking pan.
- Spoon or pipe potatoes evenly over the mixture, making sure you completely and evenly cover the meat (don't pile in center).
- Bake until it is hot through, about 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven while you heat broiler.
- Broil about 2 inches from the heat until potatoes are golden brown on top, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
MY MOTHER'S SHEPHERD'S PIE
Geoffrey Zakarian ate this dish often as a kid, but he didn't know it as shepherd's pie, just as a tasty use of leftovers. "My mom, Viola, served it whenever there was extra meat," he says. "It's the best comfort food." The recipe is easy to adjust based on what you have: You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the lamb or swap the potato for cauliflower or turnip purée.
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories main-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- For the potatoes: Peel and cube the potatoes into a 1-inch dice. Put in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover the potatoes by 1 inch. Season the water with salt and bring to a boil. Boil the potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the potatoes and pass through a ricer. Add the milk, sour cream, melted butter and egg yolks to the potatoes and stir with a wooden spoon until smooth. Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
- For the filling: Preheat the oven to 375˚ F. In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the pearl onions and cook, shaking the pan occasionally so the onions brown on all sides, until caramelized, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large shallow ovenproof braising pan, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and rosemary and cook, stirring often, until the onions are slightly browned and soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the lamb and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the lamb is cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the tomato paste, flour and sherry vinegar and cook for 2 more minutes. Add the chicken stock, peas and carrots and pearl onions and bring to a boil. Spoon off any excess fat. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the parsley.
- Top the lamb mixture with an even layer of the potatoes. For the topping: Drizzle the potatoes with the melted butter and sprinkle with the Parmesan. Transfer to the oven and bake until the potatoes are lightly browned, about 40 minutes. Garnish with additional parsley.
FRENCH ONION SHEPHERD'S PIE
Easy shepherd's pie with ground beef and French onion soup that tastes great.
Provided by SandyH
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Shepherd's Pie Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Mash potatoes and add 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, milk, green onion, and butter. Stir until mixed well.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet with flour and pepper until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in French onion soup and water.
- Warm frozen peas in a small, microwave-safe bowl in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir peas into the beef and soup mixture.
- Pour the meat and soup mixture into the bottom of a glass casserole dish. Spread potatoes over the top using a rubber spatula. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese and sprinkle with more pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 638.9 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Cholesterol 111.8 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 965.5 mg, Sugar 7.6 g
EASY SHEPHERD'S PIE
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Provided by Philadelphia
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Brown meat in large skillet. Meanwhile, mix potatoes, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and the garlic until well blended.
- Drain meat. Return to skillet; stir in vegetables and gravy. Spoon into 9-inch square baking dish; cover with potato mixture and remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
- Bake 20 min. or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 88.8 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 771.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
VEGETARIAN WILD MUSHROOM & CARAMELIZED ONION SHEPHERD'S PIES RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by á-3151
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make potatoes put potatoes in pot, and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 30 minutes, or until tender. Drain. Warm cream and butter in pot; add potatoes, and mash until smooth. Stir in Parmesan and chives, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Cool. For filling heat 1 tablespoon of oil in skillet over medium heat. Add onions, and cook 20 minutes, or until golden. Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat baking sheet with cooking spray. Set portobellos gill-side up on baking sheet, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of oil. Roast 25 minutes, or until tender. Cool, then slice thin. Toss wild mushrooms with remaining 3 Tbs. oil and garlic on separate baking sheet; season with salt and pepper, if desired. Roast 20 minutes, or until tender. Cool, chop, and toss with Asiago, herbs, and onions. Coat baking sheet and inside of 8 3-inch baking rings or 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray. Layer portobello slices on bottom of each ring. (Add any leftover portobellos to mushroom mixture.) Use half of wild mushroom mixture to create second layer. Use one-third of Potatoes to create third layer, then add remaining mushroom mixture. Top with remaining Potatoes, shaping each into dome. Sprinkle each pie with pinch of Parmesan. Bake 40 minutes, or until golden. Let cool in rings 5 minutes. Use metal spatula to transfer pies (in rings) to plates. Run paring knife around inside of rings to loosen; lift off rings
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use ground lamb or a mixture of ground lamb and beef.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the meat. This will prevent the meat from steaming instead of browning.
- Season the meat well with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dried thyme.
- Cook the meat until it is browned but not overcooked. Overcooked meat will be tough and dry.
- Use a good quality beef broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the shepherd's pie.
- If you don't have time to make your own mashed potatoes, you can use instant mashed potatoes. Just be sure to follow the package directions carefully.
- Top the shepherd's pie with a generous amount of cheese. This will help to brown the top of the pie and make it even more delicious.
- Let the shepherd's pie rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the pie to set.
Conclusion:
Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a shepherd's pie that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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