Shepherd's Pie Wicked Good

Dive into ultimate comfort food bliss with this "Shepherd’s Pie Wicked Good" recipe—a hearty, flavor-packed classic that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Made with a savory blend of ground beef or lamb, tender carrots, sweet peas, and aromatic garlic, all simmered with tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh thyme, this dish delivers a rich depth of flavor in every bite. Topped with buttery mashed potatoes—golden and crisped to perfection (thanks to a sprinkle of optional Parmesan cheese)—this baked delight is both rustic and indulgent. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a family-friendly favorite that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. Whether you’re seeking a go-to comfort food recipe or hosting a dinner party, this shepherd’s pie is undeniably wicked good!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 1.5 pounds Ground beef (or lamb)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium Carrots (diced)
• 0.75 cup Frozen peas
• 3 units Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks. Boil in a pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them with butter, milk, 1 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and carrots, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the ground beef (or lamb) to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until browned.

Step 7

Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and fresh thyme. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 8

Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, then season with the remaining salt and pepper.

Step 9

Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat mixture, ensuring the potatoes reach the edges to seal everything in.

Step 11

Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the mashed potatoes for a golden, cheesy crust.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Let the Shepherd's Pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your wicked good Shepherd's Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2932.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4389.2

Total Fat 251.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 730.6mg	0%
Sodium 8399.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.8g
Protein 214.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 1947.2mg	0%
Iron 37.1mg	0%
Potassium 10345.4mg	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: 50.8%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 29.9%