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Cozy Cottage Shepherd's Pie

This Cozy Cottage Shepherd's Pie offers warmth and comfort, perfect for family gatherings, boasting a delicious meat filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes and a flaky pastry crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine British, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or lamb.
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic enhances the overall flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme Complements the beef.
  • Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning.

Mashed Potato Topping

  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup milk For creaminess.
  • 4 tablespoons butter Makes it more flavorful.

Crust

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed For the flaky topping.
  • 1 large egg (for egg wash) To achieve a golden crust.

Instructions
 

Prepare the Filling

  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the onion, carrots, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the veggies are tender.

Add Flavor

  • Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.

Finish the Filling

  • Add the frozen peas last and stir to heat them through.

Cook the Potatoes

  • Boil quartered potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Drain and return to pot, add milk and butter, then mash until smooth and creamy, seasoning with salt and pepper.

Assemble the Pie

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Pour meat mixture into a baking dish, then spoon the mashed potatoes over the top.
  • Cover with puff pastry, trimming excess, brushing with egg wash, and scoring the top.

Bake

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra creamy potatoes, consider mixing in cheese. Use leftover veggies for added flavor and to clean out your fridge. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
Keyword Comfort Food, Family Meal, Potatoes, Shepherd's Pie
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