Easy Shepherd's Pie (Beef And/or Lamb Combo)

Health score
21%
Easy Shepherd's Pie (Beef And/or Lamb Combo)
45 min.
6
644kcal

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This easy Shepherd's Pie recipe is a simple, hearty, comfort food classic! This savory pie is filled with a mixture of ground beef and/or lamb cooked with vegetables in a rich gravy, and topped with creamy mashed potatoes. It's a delicious, satisfying meal that's perfect for a cozy night in. The best part? It's easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a dinner party, this Shepherd's Pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its combination of flavorful meat, vegetables, and creamy potatoes, it's a dish that's both comforting and impressive. So, why not give it a try? It's sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire!

This recipe is a great way to elevate a classic comfort food dish. The addition of cream cheese or sour cream to the mashed potatoes adds a delicious tanginess and extra creaminess that takes this dish to the next level. The tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce in the meat filling also add a depth of flavor that will keep your taste buds wanting more. Whether you choose to use beef, lamb, or a combination of both, this Shepherd's Pie is sure to satisfy your cravings for a hearty, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

  • cup beef stock 
  • tablespoons butter 
  •  carrots peeled finely chopped
  • tablespoons cream cheese sour (or cream)
  • large egg yolk 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped for garnish
  • teaspoons thyme sprigs fresh ()
  • 1.8 pounds ground beef 
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream for richer flavor (or heavy cream )
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  •  onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup peas frozen
  • pounds potatoes such as russet, peeled and cubed
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon paprika sweet
  • tablespoons tomato paste 
  • teaspoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • casserole dish
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 12 minutes.
  2. Drain potatoes and pour them into a bowl.
  3. Combine cream cheese (or sour cream), egg yolk and milk (or heavy cream).
  4. Add the cream mixture into potatoes and mash until potatoes are almost smooth.While potatoes boil, preheat a large skillet over medium high heat.
  5. Add oil to hot pan with beef and/or lamb.Season meat with salt and pepper. Brown and crumble meat for 3 or 4 minutes. If you are using lamb and the pan is fatty, spoon away some of the drippings.
  6. Add chopped carrot* and onion to the meat. Cook veggies with meat 5 minutes, stirring frequently.NOTE:*by finely chopping the carrots, they will cook a little faster.
  7. Add the thyme.OPTIONAL
  8. Add the tomato paste, which gives the meat filling a richer flavor.In a second small skillet over medium heat cook butter and flour together 2 minutes.
  9. Whisk in broth and Worcestershire sauce. Thicken gravy 1 minute.
  10. Add gravy to meat and vegetables. Stir in peas.Preheat broiler to high.Fill a small rectangular casserole with meat and vegetable mixture. Spoon potatoes over meat evenly.Top potatoes with paprika and broil 6 to 8 inches from the heat until potatoes are evenly browned. Top casserole dish with chopped parsley and serve

Nutrition Facts

Calories644kcal
Protein18.29%
Fat59.36%
Carbs22.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
87.15
Glycemic Load
22.38
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.331304347826%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.89mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
1.37mg
Myricetin
0.21mg
Quercetin
4.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:643.87kcal
32.19%
Fat:42.53g
65.43%
Saturated Fat:18.78g
117.35%
Carbohydrates:36.05g
12.02%
Net Carbohydrates:30.87g
11.23%
Sugar:5.02g
5.58%
Cholesterol:161.86mg
53.95%
Sodium:306.45mg
13.32%
Protein:29.48g
58.96%
Vitamin A:2699.84IU
54%
Vitamin B6:1mg
49.75%
Vitamin C:40.97mg
49.66%
Vitamin B12:2.94µg
48.95%
Zinc:6.48mg
43.2%
Vitamin B3:8.32mg
41.59%
Phosphorus:369.39mg
36.94%
Potassium:1279.11mg
36.55%
Selenium:24.91µg
35.58%
Vitamin K:35.13µg
33.45%
Iron:4.88mg
27.1%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.77%
Fiber:5.18g
20.71%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.97%
Magnesium:74.71mg
18.68%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.37%
Copper:0.34mg
16.93%
Folate:60.91µg
15.23%
Vitamin B5:1.38mg
13.79%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.53%
Calcium:88.51mg
8.85%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
4.02%