Easiest Shepherd's Pie

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this "Easiest Shepherd's Pie" recipe—perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This hearty dish combines savory ground beef, fragrant onions and garlic, and a medley of colorful mixed vegetables, all simmered in a rich tomato and Worcestershire-infused gravy. It's topped with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes and a blanket of melted cheddar cheese, creating layers of irresistible flavor and texture. Ready in just an hour, this effortless recipe simplifies traditional shepherd’s pie without sacrificing taste, making it a go-to classic in your recipe collection. Serve it piping hot and watch it disappear in no time! Perfect for meal prep or satisfying comfort food cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsp butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain off any excess fat.

Step 5

Stir the tomato paste into the cooked beef, then add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, mixed vegetables, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.

Step 7

Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top and smooth them out with a spatula.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the filling is bubbly around the edges.

Step 10

Allow the shepherd's pie to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2514.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2964.1

Total Fat 164.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 524.2mg	0%
Sodium 4644.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 257.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 132.8g	0%

Vitamin D 62.6IU	0%
Calcium 905.8mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 7011.8mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 33.9%