Greek Family Style Shepherd's Pie

Transform dinner into a Mediterranean feast with this hearty and flavorful Greek Family Style Shepherd’s Pie. This recipe combines the bold flavors of ground lamb simmered with cinnamon, oregano, and thyme, creating a fragrant base that's balanced with sweet bursts of peas and tangy feta cheese. The rich lamb filling is topped with creamy mashed potatoes, enhanced with butter and a sprinkle of crumbled feta, then baked to golden, crispy perfection. Easy to prepare in under 90 minutes, this comforting dish offers a fresh twist on the classic shepherd’s pie, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy a taste of Greece without leaving your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 500 grams Ground lamb
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.5 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 250 milliliters Beef or lamb stock
• 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
• 150 grams Frozen peas
• 1000 grams Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 100 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 to taste Salt
• 1 to taste Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Mix in the tomato paste, cinnamon, oregano, and thyme. Cook for 2 minutes to develop flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the beef or lamb stock and the diced tomatoes. Stir well and simmer for 15 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Add the frozen peas to the mixture and stir. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

While the lamb mixture is simmering, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil the cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and return to the pot.

Step 8

Mash the potatoes with the butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Spoon the lamb mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Crumble the feta cheese over the top.

Step 10

Spread the mashed potatoes over the lamb mixture, smoothing it out evenly. Use a fork to create texture on the surface if desired.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crisp.

Step 12

Remove the shepherd's pie from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2777.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3554.1

Total Fat 213.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.1g
Cholesterol 710.7mg	0%
Sodium 6360.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.6g	0%
Total Sugars 43.9g
Protein 173.3g	0%

Vitamin D 74.5IU	0%
Calcium 1139.7mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 7923.1mg	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: 53.4%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 27.2%