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Traditional Irish Shepherd's Pie

A comforting dish featuring layers of savory ground meat and vegetables topped with creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground lamb or beef provides a rich and savory flavor
  • 1 medium Onion saut? until translucent
  • 2 medium Carrots diced finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Peas frozen peas work perfectly
  • 1 cup Beef or vegetable broth low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds complexity
  • 1 tsp Fresh thyme elevates flavors
  • 1 tsp Fresh rosemary elevates flavors
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 lb Russet potatoes perfect for mashing
  • 4 tbsp Butter unsalted for more control over flavor
  • 1/2 cup Milk or cream adjust for desired creaminess
  • to taste Salt and pepper essential seasonings

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C).
  2. Saut? the onions and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Brown the ground beef (or lamb) in the same skillet for approximately 8-10 minutes, stirring until fully cooked.
  4. Add diced carrots and peas, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings (salt, pepper, thyme) and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
  6. Boil peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, roughly 15-20 minutes.
  7. Mash the cooked potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Layer half of the meat mixture into a baking dish, then spread half of the mashed potatoes on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite veggies or switch proteins for a personal touch.

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