Lazy Cottage Pie

Effortlessly comforting and bursting with savory flavors, the Lazy Cottage Pie is the ultimate weeknight dinner for busy households. This simplified version of the classic dish combines hearty ground beef, sautéed onions, and a medley of frozen vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful beef stock with a hint of Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste. Topped with fluffy instant mashed potatoes and a generous sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese, this recipe delivers all the coziness of traditional cottage pie with minimal effort. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a one-dish wonder that’s perfect for satisfying cravings without spending hours in the kitchen. Ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, this easy cottage pie is sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 300 g frozen mixed vegetables
• 250 ml beef stock
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 packs instant mashed potato mix
• 100 g grated cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Add the frozen mixed vegetables and pour in the beef stock. Simmer for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender, and some liquid has reduced.

Step 7

In the meantime, prepare the instant mashed potatoes according to the package instructions, ensuring they are creamy and smooth.

Step 8

Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Gently spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the beef mixture, smoothing it out with a spoon or spatula.

Step 10

Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the mashed potato layer.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 12

Remove the cottage pie from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your warm, comforting Lazy Cottage Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1847.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3646.2

Total Fat 136.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 439.0mg	0%
Sodium 9696.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 463.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 156.1g	0%

Vitamin D 21.4IU	0%
Calcium 1131.7mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 5366.1mg	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: 33.1%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 50.0%