ITALIAN SHEPHERD'S PIES

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Made in individual baking cups, these hearty little pies have biscuit-like tops and a saucy filling. You can also prepare the mixture in a 1-1/2-quart casserole dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cups marinara sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
TOPPING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the marinara sauce, salt and pepper; cook and stir for 8-10 minutes or until thickened. Spoon into four 8-oz. ramekins or custard cups; set aside., In a small bowl, combine the flour, cheese, baking powder, salt and Italian seasoning. Stir in milk and butter just until moistened. Spoon dough over meat mixture; place ramekins on a baking sheet., Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked pies. To use, remove from freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Preheat oven to 400°. Place pies on a baking sheet; cover edges loosely with foil. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 976mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Sattar ABdil
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This shepherd's pie is a great comfort food. It's warm and hearty and it fills you up. I love serving it on a cold winter night.


Saleem Malik
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook ground beef and this recipe is a great option. The shepherd's pie is flavorful and hearty and it's easy to make.


Jaimeah Johnson
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This recipe is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. My kids loved the shepherd's pie and they didn't even realize they were eating vegetables.


Alan Anton Rutar
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I love the cheesy polenta crust on this shepherd's pie. It's so flavorful and it holds up well in the oven.


Nomonde Nomonde
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This dish is perfect for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit with guests.


Kill er
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I'm not a fan of eggplant, but I loved this recipe. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and it added a lot of flavor to the dish.


Namsraibud Nyamsuren
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I made this dish for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it reminded her of the shepherd's pie her mother used to make.


Ime-obong Aaron
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. I also like that it uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Kibria official Song
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I'm always looking for new shepherd's pie recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. The polenta crust is a nice change from the traditional mashed potato crust and it adds a lot of flavor.


Mosharraf Hossen
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting and it fills you up. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was the perfect meal.


Narayan Poudel
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I love that this recipe is customizable. I added some chopped mushrooms and bell peppers to the filling and it turned out great. You could also add different types of cheese or even top it with mashed potatoes.


Nduduzo Xolani Khoza
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I'm not a huge fan of shepherd's pie, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of Italian herbs and cheeses made it so flavorful and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kelce Raye
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This shepherd's pie is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and family gatherings and it's always a hit.


Sentle Kalaba
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The cheese was melted and gooey and the sauce was flavorful and hearty. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was the perfect meal.


Breante Moore
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and ground beef.


Charles Rogers
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This Italian Shepherd's Pie was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible and the dish was so easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular dinner rotation.