Easy Shepherd's Pie
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
528 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Shepherd's Pie
Description
This recipe begins with a filling made by sautéing onions, celery, and garlic in olive oil, then cooking ground beef until browned and crumbled. Flour and tomato paste are stirred in to build body and richness, followed by deglazing with chicken broth to lift browned bits for added flavor. Brown gravy and mixed vegetables are incorporated for moisture and texture, with thyme adding a mild herbal note. Seasoning is adjusted to taste.
The topping consists of well-prepared mashed potatoes, which can be homemade or store-bought. The filling is spread into a lightly greased baking dish, topped evenly with mashed potatoes, and optionally layered with cheddar cheese beneath for added creaminess. The pie is baked until heated through and the top is lightly browned, creating a comforting meal combining savory meat filling and smooth, fluffy potatoes.
This dish serves well as a stand-alone entrée or with a simple side salad for a balanced dinner. Leftovers reheat well and can be made ahead, making it a practical recipe for family meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ cup yellow onion finely diced
- 1 celery finely diced, rib
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb. ground beef I used 85% lean
- 2 Tablespoons flour
- 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup brown gravy see notes
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 cup mixed vegetables frozen
- 3 cups potato mashed
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes.
- My homemade mashed potato recipe is perfect for this recipe, you’ll make a half batch to end up with 3 cups. While the potatoes boil, prepare the filling.
Prepare the Filling
- Preheat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and celery. Saute for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Increase heat to high. Add the ground beef. Cook and crumbled until cooked through. Drain all excess grease.
- Reduce heat to medium-high. Sprinkle in the flour and toss to coat. Add the Tomato Paste and thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with the Chicken broth. Use a silicone spatula to scrape up any brown bits from the pan, this adds flavor to the filling.
- Add HALF of the brown gravy. Stir in the vegetables until heated through.
- Season with salt/pepper and add more gravy if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove from heat.
Assemble
- Transfer to a lightly greased 9-inch pie pan or 7 x 11 casserole dish. Carefully spread warm mashed potatoes on top.
- Use a fork to “rake” lines into the mashed potatoes.
Broil
- Set the oven rack about 5 inches away from the broiler. Set to a high broil, 550 degrees.
- Broil for about 5 minutes watch it after 2 minutes, it will go from perfectly browned to burned quickly.
- Remove from heat and serve.
Notes
- Use either homemade or store-bought mashed potatoes; both work well for the topping.
- Adding a layer of cheddar cheese beneath the mashed potatoes adds a creamy, melty element.
- For larger batches, use a 9 x 13 casserole dish or an oven-safe skillet to accommodate doubled ingredients.
- Brown gravy can be from a mix or homemade to add depth to the filling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 528 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 528kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 81mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 451mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 1005mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2371IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 47mg | 52% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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