Bri's Fast Shepherd's Pie

Bri's Fast Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate comfort food made quick and easy, perfect for busy weeknights without sacrificing flavor. This hearty dish combines a savory filling of seasoned ground beef or lamb, sautéed onions, garlic, and vibrant frozen mixed vegetables, all simmered in a rich blend of tomato paste, broth, and Worcestershire sauce for a burst of umami. Topped with a creamy layer of instant or pre-made mashed potatoes—plus an optional sprinkling of cheddar cheese for extra indulgence—this one-pan meal comes together in just 40 minutes from start to finish. Baked to golden perfection and ideal for a family of four, this recipe delivers big on warmth and convenience while keeping cleanup minimal. Keywords: quick shepherd's pie, easy weeknight dinner, ground beef recipes, comfort food casserole.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, green beans)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups instant mashed potatoes or prepared mashed potatoes
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 7

Mix in the tomato paste, beef or chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a lightly greased 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

Prepare the mashed potatoes according to package instructions if using instant mashed potatoes, or use pre-prepared mashed potatoes.

Step 10

Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat and vegetable layer in the baking dish.

Step 11

Optional: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes for an extra cheesy topping.

Step 12

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are golden and the filling is bubbling.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy your quick and delicious Shepherd’s Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2195.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3014.0

Total Fat 158.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 422.9mg	0%
Sodium 7127.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 123.9g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 724.2mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 4095.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 35.2%