Kev's Shepherd's Pie

Comfort food doesn't get better than Kev's Shepherd's Pie—a hearty, flavor-packed classic that brings warmth to every bite. Made with savory ground lamb (or beef for a Cottage Pie twist), this recipe is loaded with tender carrots, celery, peas, and a rich tomato-infused sauce enhanced with Worcestershire and fresh thyme. Topped with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes blended with cheddar cheese and baked to a golden crisp, this dish is the ultimate cold-weather staple. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prepping, Kev's Shepherd's Pie is easy to make, with just 25 minutes of prep time, and serves up to six. Whether you're a sucker for tradition or craving comforting flavors, this recipe promises a satisfying and crowd-pleasing meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g ground lamb (or ground beef for Cottage Pie)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 medium carrot, finely diced
• 2 celery stalk, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 250 ml beef or lamb stock
• 150 g frozen peas
• 100 g frozen corn (optional)
• 1 kg russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 100 g unsalted butter
• 125 ml milk (warm)
• 100 g cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground lamb (or beef). Cook, breaking it into smaller pieces, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the tomato paste to caramelize slightly.

Step 6

Pour in the beef or lamb stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to reduce slightly. Stir in the frozen peas (and corn, if using), then remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

While the filling is cooking, place the diced potatoes in a large pot with salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 12-15 minutes or until tender.

Step 8

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes until smooth, then mix in the butter, warm milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and a pinch of salt to taste.

Step 9

Transfer the meat filling to a 9x13-inch (or similar size) baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat filling, spreading them out evenly to cover the surface. Use a fork to create decorative ridges on top to help with browning.

Step 11

Place the dish on the middle rack of your preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and slightly crispy.

Step 12

Remove the Shepherd's Pie from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2862.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3943.1

Total Fat 254.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 828.4mg	0%
Sodium 4312.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 269.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.4g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 195.6g	0%

Vitamin D 86.9IU	0%
Calcium 1368.5mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 8347.4mg	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: 55.1%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 26.0%