English Cottage Shepherd's Pie with Herbs

Experience the hearty comfort of classic British cuisine with this English Cottage Shepherd's Pie with Herbs, a timeless dish brimming with rustic charm. A savory base of tender ground lamb is simmered with aromatic rosemary, thyme, and a medley of carrots, celery, and peas, creating a rich, flavorful filling. Topped with silky mashed potatoes enhanced by creamy butter and warm milk, this shepherd's pie is baked to golden perfection, with an optional sprinkling of cheddar cheese for an extra decadent touch. Ideal for cozy family dinners, this recipe combines traditional flavors with easy-to-follow steps, making it a must-try for fans of authentic English cooking. Perfectly balanced and deeply satisfying, it’s the ultimate comfort food to warm both heart and soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 diced celery sticks
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 500 grams ground lamb
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 250 milliliters beef stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon, finely chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon, finely chopped fresh thyme
• 100 grams frozen peas
• 800 grams, peeled and quartered potatoes
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 100 milliliters, warmed milk
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper
• 50 grams, grated (optional) cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 4

Add the ground lamb to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, chopped rosemary, and thyme. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Meanwhile, place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 8

Drain the potatoes, then return them to the pot. Add the butter, warmed milk, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Spread the lamb mixture evenly in a baking dish. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the top, spreading them out evenly with a spatula. Use a fork to create decorative ridges in the potatoes, if desired.

Step 10

If using grated cheddar cheese, sprinkle it evenly over the mashed potatoes.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling.

Step 12

Allow the Shepherd's Pie to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your English Cottage Shepherd's Pie with Herbs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(161645.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	151424.0

Total Fat 391.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.2g
Cholesterol 656.4mg	0%
Sodium 22394.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33915.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3539.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1922.0g
Protein 4155.8g	0%

Vitamin D 74.3IU	0%
Calcium 24668.0mg	0%
Iron 1742.6mg	0%
Potassium 860034.7mg	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: 2.3%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 87.1%