Easy Shepard's Pie

Cozy up to a timeless comfort food classic with this Easy Shepherd's Pie recipe—an effortless yet hearty dish that brings together layers of rich, savory flavors. Made with ground beef or lamb, a medley of tender vegetables like carrots, peas, and onions, and a perfectly seasoned tomato-based sauce, this dish is then crowned with a layer of creamy, buttery mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection. The recipe is quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, making it a go-to for busy weeknights or satisfying family dinners. Drizzled with melted butter and optionally dusted with paprika for a touch of color, this one-pan wonder delivers a warm, wholesome meal in under an hour. Perfect for comfort food lovers, this easily customizable Shepherd's Pie will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground lamb)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, finely diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared, see notes)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef (or lamb) and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, beef (or chicken) broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to thicken the mixture slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a 9x9-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat mixture in dollops, then spread them out evenly to cover the surface. Use a fork to create decorative ridges on the top.

Step 9

Drizzle the melted butter over the mashed potatoes, and if desired, sprinkle with paprika for garnish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the Shepherd's Pie rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2138.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2694.2

Total Fat 175.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 447.7mg	0%
Sodium 5692.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.4g
Protein 114.5g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 354.8mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 4764.1mg	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: 56.1%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 27.6%