Crock Pot Shepherd's Pie

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting and hassle-free Crock Pot Shepherd's Pie, a slow-cooked take on the classic British dish. Featuring layers of savory ground beef or lamb, aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, hearty vegetables, and creamy homemade mashed potatoes, this recipe is the ultimate cozy meal. The crock pot does all the heavy lifting, melding flavors together over hours for an irresistibly rich and satisfying dish. Optional cheddar cheese adds a melty, golden finish to the top layer. With just 20 minutes of prep, this family-friendly recipe is an effortless way to enjoy comfort food at its finest. Perfect for busy nights, this crock pot shepherd's pie is a warm, one-pot wonder designed to delight your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or ground lamb
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1 small amount cooking spray or oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef or lamb. Cook until browned, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables soften slightly.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 4

Spray the crock pot with cooking spray or lightly grease with oil to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to the bottom of the crock pot, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Layer the frozen peas evenly over the meat and vegetable mixture.

Step 7

Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes.

Step 8

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and milk, then mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat and vegetable layers in the crock pot. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 10

If using, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potato layer.

Step 11

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or on high heat for 2 hours, until heated through and the flavors meld together.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy this comforting, easy-to-make Crock Pot Shepherd's Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2323.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3018.9

Total Fat 181.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 625.5mg	0%
Sodium 5055.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.2g
Protein 142.7g	0%

Vitamin D 86.6IU	0%
Calcium 1343.2mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 6703.9mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 28.4%