Shepherd's Pie Alton Brown

Warm, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, Alton Brown’s Shepherd's Pie is a classic dish with a refined twist. Featuring a savory filling of tender ground lamb, sautéed vegetables, and a flavorful blend of tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth, this recipe is crowned with a rich, creamy layer of mashed potatoes perfectly golden from baking. The use of frozen peas and corn adds pops of color and texture, while subtle seasonings bring depth to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is ideal for feeding a hungry family or impressing guests with its rustic charm. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy holidays, this Shepherd's Pie is as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat! Make it your go-to comfort food recipe and savor the nostalgia in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Half-and-half
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 pound Ground lamb
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrot, peeled and diced
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 1 cup Frozen corn

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large pot of cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot to evaporate any excess moisture.

Step 2

Mash the potatoes with 4 tablespoons of butter, half-and-half, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the lamb and set aside, draining any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and carrots. Sauté for 5-6 minutes or until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, cooking for another 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the cooked lamb to the skillet and stir in the frozen peas, frozen corn, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the lamb and vegetable mixture to a 2-quart baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top, smoothing them out to cover the filling completely. Use a fork to create ridges on the surface for browning.

Step 9

Place the baking dish on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden-brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 10

Allow the Shepherd's Pie to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2405.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3319.1

Total Fat 180.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.8g
Cholesterol 600.2mg	0%
Sodium 7511.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 158.2g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 524.0mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 8368.5mg	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: 48.0%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 33.3%