Mom's Shepherd's Pie

A comforting classic that brings warmth to the table, Mom's Shepherd's Pie is a hearty, homemade meal that's sure to satisfy. Featuring a rich, savory filling of seasoned ground beef, tender peas and carrots, and a flavorful Worcestershire-tomato sauce base, this dish is topped with buttery, creamy mashed russet potatoes for the ultimate cozy dinner. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this one-pan recipe is easy to prepare and delivers nostalgic flavors in every bite. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, it's an ideal dish for busy weeknights or a family favorite for Sunday dinner. Serve this shepherd's pie fresh out of the oven for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large (peeled and cubed) russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.5 cup beef broth
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes, then return them to the pot. Add 4 tablespoons of butter, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, black pepper, and paprika. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the liquid to reduce slightly.

Step 7

Spread the meat and vegetable mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 8

Carefully spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the meat mixture, smoothing it out with a spatula. If desired, create a decorative pattern on top with a fork.

Step 9

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are slightly golden on top and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 10

Allow the shepherd's pie to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2377.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2996.6

Total Fat 146.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 436.0mg	0%
Sodium 3706.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.5g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 127.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 522.4mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 9237.0mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 40.8%