No Fuss Shepherd's Pie

Effortless comfort food at its finest, this "No Fuss Shepherd's Pie" recipe delivers hearty, homemade flavor with minimal prep time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Featuring a savory blend of seasoned ground beef or lamb, tender vegetables like carrots and peas, and a rich gravy, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes that can be optionally crowned with melty cheddar cheese, this dish is a crowd-pleaser with layers of irresistible goodness. Ready in just an hour, this recipe simplifies traditional techniques for a no-hassle, oven-baked classic that’s both satisfying and flavorful. Serve as a complete one-pan dinner that’s sure to warm hearts and appetites alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or ground lamb
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 4 medium, peeled and cubed potatoes
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place cubed potatoes into a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, carrots, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 5

Stir in the flour and tomato paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes to coat the meat and vegetables.

Step 6

Pour in the broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Stir in the frozen peas, salt, pepper, and thyme.

Step 7

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them with butter, milk, and an optional pinch of salt until creamy.

Step 8

Transfer the meat mixture into an oven-safe 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top.

Step 9

If using cheddar cheese, sprinkle it evenly on top of the mashed potatoes.

Step 10

Bake the Shepherd's Pie in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. If you'd like a golden crust on the potatoes, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Let the Shepherd's Pie cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your No Fuss Shepherd's Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2193.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2916.9

Total Fat 160.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 565.5mg	0%
Sodium 4664.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 39.5g
Protein 131.2g	0%

Vitamin D 74.6IU	0%
Calcium 931.0mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 7165.5mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 33.3%