Grammy's Two Step Shepherd's Pie

Comfort food doesn’t get any easier—or tastier—than Grammy's Two Step Shepherd's Pie, a family-favorite dish that combines rich, savory flavors with a creamy, cheesy topping. Made with tender ground beef or lamb, colorful veggies like carrots, peas, and onions, and a luscious layer of buttery, mashed russet potatoes, this shepherd’s pie is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and baked until golden and bubbling, this recipe delivers hearty perfection in just two straightforward steps: assemble and bake. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this quick shepherd’s pie is ready in under an hour and serves up to six hungry appetites. Whether you're craving comfort food or looking for a crowd-pleasing classic, this one-pan wonder is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 5 large Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 pound Ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 2 medium, diced Carrots
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 cups Beef or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 cup, shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and dice the potatoes into large chunks. Place them in a pot of cold, salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain off any excess fat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and flour. Cook for 1 minute to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the beef or chicken broth and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the frozen peas.

Step 9

Spoon the meat filling into a 9-inch baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top, smoothing them out with a spoon or spatula. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Let the shepherd's pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2916.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4009.6

Total Fat 191.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 595.3mg	0%
Sodium 7148.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 419.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 163.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 1102.3mg	0%
Iron 35.2mg	0%
Potassium 11770.1mg	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: 42.5%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 41.4%