Cottage Pie with Potato Gnocchi

Elevate your classic comfort food game with this irresistible Cottage Pie with Potato Gnocchi! This recipe reimagines traditional cottage pie by swapping out mashed potatoes for pillowy potato gnocchi, creating a delightfully hearty and satisfying twist. A rich, savory filling made with ground beef or lamb, aromatic vegetables, and a luscious tomato-based sauce is topped with tender gnocchi drenched in melted butter and shredded cheddar cheese, then baked to golden perfection. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make dish promises layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Ideal for cozy family dinners, this casserole-style meal is both comforting and creative. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve your new favorite crowd-pleaser straight from the oven!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, finely diced
• 1 celery stalk, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams ground beef or lamb
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 300 milliliters beef or chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 100 grams frozen peas
• 500 grams store-bought potato gnocchi
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 150 grams shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef or lamb. Cook until browned, breaking up any lumps with a wooden spoon.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to combine.

Step 6

Gradually add the stock while stirring to create a smooth sauce. Add Worcestershire sauce, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Stir in the frozen peas and remove the skillet from heat.

Step 8

While the filling simmers, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 9

Pour the meat filling into a greased baking dish. Arrange the cooked gnocchi evenly over the top.

Step 10

Drizzle the melted butter over the gnocchi and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.

Step 11

Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1950.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3230.3

Total Fat 202.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 629.1mg	0%
Sodium 7150.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 150.0g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 1404.7mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 3964.9mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 25.3%