SHEPHERD'S PIE (THE REAL THING!)
This is a traditional English pub style recipe. I can make this anywhere in the world and it will evoke memories of pub lunches! This is no way a diet item! Its a robust & hearty dish!
Provided by KaffirLime
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Use 1/2 a can of Guiness Stout to marinade ground lamb. Leave covered in fridge for at least 1 hr and if possible overnight.
- In a hot pan, put in olive oil and add mince lamb to brown. Strain cooked mince with a big sieve, separating meat & juice.
- Reheat same pan, add more olive oil and now saute & brown diced onions, garlic and carrot till fragrant and translucent.
- Add the cooked mince into this pan and mix well.
- Add dried marjoram, rosemary and thyme and mix well.
- Pour left over juice from the mince into the pan and add all the Worcestershire sauce and half of the English parsley and stir well.
- Cook on low heat for 20 mins and when it starts bubbling, add in flour to thicken the mixture.
- Add salt & pepper to taste.
- Cook potatoes in salted water till soft enough to mash.
- Strain potatoes and mash with a big knob of salted butter, cream and milk (totally full fat!). Season with salt, pepper and a dash of nutmeg powder.
- Pour cooked mince mixture in a big enough pyrex dish.
- Layer the mash potato on top and seal the edges.
- Bake or brown in oven for 20 to 30 mins at 180 degrees celsius.
- Serve with a side of boiled cabbage & carrots with lots of butter and sprinkle leftover English parsley!
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Nsikak Okon-Ben
[email protected]I'm not a fan of lamb, but I decided to try this shepherd's pie anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The lamb was very mild and tender, and it wasn't gamey at all. The vegetables were cooked to perfection, and the gravy was rich and flavorful. The mas
Fai Rose
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was okay. The lamb was tender, but the vegetables were a bit mushy. The mashed potato topping was good, but it was a bit too thick for my taste. Overall, it was a decent meal, but I wouldn't make it again.
Korpuly Begum
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my shepherd's pie turned out dry and crumbly. The lamb was tough, and the vegetables were overcooked. The mashed potato topping was also dry and bland. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Sk Habib
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was a bit bland for my taste. The lamb was tender, but it lacked flavor. The vegetables were also a bit bland. The mashed potato topping was good, but it couldn't save the dish.
Philiswa Yumata
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was delicious! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The mashed potato topping was fluffy and golden brown. I would definitely make this dish again.
Kalid Kaya
[email protected]I made this shepherd's pie for my friends last night, and they loved it! The filling was hearty and flavorful, and the mashed potato topping was fluffy and golden brown. The lamb was cooked to perfection, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful.
Juna Bhusal
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was definitely worth it. The filling was rich and flavorful, and the mashed potato topping was perfectly crispy. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.
Prabin Praja
[email protected]I've never made shepherd's pie before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The mashed potato topping was fluffy and golden brown. I will d
shikarchi salarzai
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was amazing! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The mashed potato topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.
Manju maya Sashank
[email protected]I made this shepherd's pie for my family last night, and it was a huge hit! The filling was flavorful and hearty, and the mashed potato topping was fluffy and golden brown. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I wi
Okechukwu Asiegbulem
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was delicious! The filling was hearty and flavorful, and the mashed potato topping was fluffy and golden brown. The lamb was cooked to perfection, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. I would definitely make this dish aga
Nagomane Hakayake
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe because I'm not a fan of lamb, but I was pleasantly surprised. The lamb was very mild and tender, and it wasn't gamey at all. The vegetables were cooked to perfection, and the gravy was rich and flavorful. The
Amara Henley
[email protected]This shepherd's pie was a hit with my family! The kids loved the mashed potato topping, and the adults enjoyed the flavorful filling. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this dish again
Sahiru Suwahas
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed this shepherd's pie. The lamb was very mild and tender, and it paired well with the vegetables and gravy. The mashed potato topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this dish ag
Jana Jino
[email protected]I've made shepherd's pie many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The lamb was cooked to perfection, and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. The gravy was rich and delicious, and the mashed potato topping was crispy and golden bro
Kamohelo Nugget
[email protected]This shepherd's pie recipe is a keeper! The filling was flavorful and hearty, with the perfect balance of lamb, vegetables, and gravy. The mashed potato topping was fluffy and golden brown, and it held up well when scooped out and served. I will defi