Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie

Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie is the ultimate comfort food, featuring a savory, flavor-packed ground beef and vegetable filling topped with creamy, golden-brown mashed potatoes. This easy, satisfying recipe combines tender russet potatoes with Parmesan cheese for a rich and velvety topping, while the filling is infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce for a robust, hearty flavor. Loaded with wholesome ingredients like carrots, peas, and corn, this classic dish is perfect for family dinners or meal prepping. Ready in just over an hour and baked to bubbling perfection, this Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting, one-pan meal that will quickly become a favorite on your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.75 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup milk, warmed
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and cube the russet potatoes. Place them in a large pot of cold, salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 3

While the potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and carrots, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, all-purpose flour, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Gradually pour in the beef broth, stirring to combine. Add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas and corn. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 9

Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and return them to the pot. Add the butter, warm milk, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them to cover the filling completely.

Step 11

Use the back of a spoon or a fork to create texture on the mashed potato surface for browning.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Let the Shepherd's Pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your hearty and delicious meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2486.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2893.5

Total Fat 153.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 482.7mg	0%
Sodium 3277.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 53.3g
Protein 130.4g	0%

Vitamin D 71.0IU	0%
Calcium 736.4mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 7357.6mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 36.7%