Leighs Shepherd's Pie

Leigh's Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate comfort food recipe, blending savory, rich flavors with a hearty, homemade feel. This classic dish features a luscious ground lamb (or beef) filling, simmered with aromatic thyme, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce, complemented by tender carrots, celery, and sweet peas. Topped with a velvety layer of buttery mashed potatoes—and optionally finished with a sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese—this baked masterpiece emerges golden and bubbly from the oven. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this shepherd’s pie is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. With a total prep and cook time of just 80 minutes, it serves up to six portions of warm, savory goodness. Whether you're seeking traditional comfort or a new weeknight favorite, Leigh’s Shepherd’s Pie delivers in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 medium Carrot, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 1 pound Ground lamb (or beef)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 pounds Potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground lamb (or beef) to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Then add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Stir in the frozen peas and remove from heat.

Step 5

Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top, creating peaks with a spatula for texture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, if using.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbling.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1468.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2384.0

Total Fat 190.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 561.5mg	0%
Sodium 4359.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 111.5g	0%

Vitamin D 65.7IU	0%
Calcium 797.6mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 3190.2mg	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: 70.8%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 10.8%