Shepherds Pie Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
8 Servings
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Calories
726 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Shepherds Pie Recipe
Description
This Shepherds Pie includes a mashed potato topping made from peeled and boiled potatoes with butter, sour cream, milk, and a blend of seasonings including garlic and onion powder. The ground beef filling cooks with sautéed onions and carrots, integrates frozen peas, and is thickened with a mixture of beef broth and cornstarch. Worcestershire sauce and bouillon paste enrich the savory flavor of the meat layer.
The layering of creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes over a moist, thickened beef and vegetable mixture creates a comforting texture contrast. The cheddar cheese topping adds a melty, slightly sharp finish when baked. The dish is classic and substantial, suitable as a satisfying main course.
The dish is best served warm and can be adjusted in seasoning to taste before baking. Using Better Than Bouillon paste enhances broth flavor, although broth from a box may also be used with additional bouillon for depth.
Ingredients
For the mashed potatoes:
- 5 pounds potato peeled and chopped into 1 or 2 inch pieces
- 1/2 cup butter 1 stick, salted
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup milk or to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
For the beef mixture:
- 4 tablespoons butter 1/2 stick, salted
- 1 onion chopped (about 2 cups, medium
- 4-5 carrot about 1 and 1/2 to 2 cups, medium
- 1 & 1/2 cups peas frozen
- 1 & 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 & 1/2 cups beef broth *
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon bouillon paste see note, Better Than Bouillon
- 1 & 1/2 teaspoons salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Fill a large stock pot with plenty of water. Add the chopped potatoes and make sure the water covers them.
- Bring to a boil, covered, over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and continue boiling for about 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return to the pot.
- Add 1/2 cup butter. Mash with a potato masher or mixer until they are as smooth as you like them.
- Stir in sour cream, milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, seasoning salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. All seasonings are to taste. Cover and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions and carrots. Saute for about 8 minutes, until the carrots are tender.
- Add the ground beef and cook and crumble until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
- Drain the fat.
- Add the frozen peas.
- In a small bowl, stir together beef broth* and cornstarch.
- Add this mixture to the meat, as well as the Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook over high heat for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture boils and the sauce has thickened. Cook and reduce until it has reached a consistency you like.
- Season with salt and pepper. Taste it and see how you like it! Add other seasonings if you want.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pour the meat mixture into a deep 9x13 inch casserole dish.
- Top with the mashed potatoes and spread evenly.
- Top with cheddar cheese.
- Bake at 350 for about 30 minutes, or until bubbly. (You could do 375 if you are in a hurry. Check it at 20 minutes.)
- Broil on the top rack for about 2 minutes if you are obsessed with crunchy brown cheese like my family is. Don't walk away!!
- Now invite over the neighbors. Because this pie feeds a crowd!
Notes
- Better Than Bouillon intensifies broth flavor; use about 1 teaspoon per cup of water.
- Season mashed potatoes to your preference; add more salt if the taste is bland.
- This recipe makes enough mashed potatoes topping for a substantial layer over the beef filling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 726 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 726kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 60g | 20% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 129mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 1699mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 6089IU | 122% |
| Vitamin C | 70mg | 78% |
| Calcium | 210mg | 21% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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