Helga's Shepherd's Pie

Warm, hearty, and steeped in tradition, Helga's Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate comfort food that's perfect for family dinners or meal prepping. Featuring a rich and savory filling made with ground lamb, carrots, peas, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, this dish is brought to life with the aromatic addition of garlic and thyme. A creamy layer of buttery mashed potatoes—enhanced with an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese—crowns the casserole, crisping beautifully in the oven. Ready in just an hour, this classic recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a well-rounded meal. Whether you're craving a taste of rustic home cooking or simply looking for a cozy, satisfying dinner option, Helga's Shepherd's Pie will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground lamb
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 2 medium, peeled and diced Carrots
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup Beef or lamb stock
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 lbs, peeled and quartered Potatoes
• 0.5 cup Butter
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 0.25 cup, grated (optional) Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 3

While the potatoes are boiling, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and carrots, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the garlic and ground lamb to the skillet. Cook until the lamb is browned, breaking up the meat as it cooks.

Step 5

Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Add the beef or lamb stock and frozen peas. Let simmer for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, and egg yolk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Stir in Parmesan cheese, if using.

Step 8

Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches).

Step 9

Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat filling, spreading evenly and fluffing with a fork to create peaks for browning.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the potato topping is golden and slightly crisp.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2243.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2773.0

Total Fat 120.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 657.2mg	0%
Sodium 5103.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.4g
Protein 165.3g	0%

Vitamin D 90.0IU	0%
Calcium 801.2mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 8156.5mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 37.4%