Sheppard's Shepherd's Pie with a Twist

Elevate a classic comfort food with "Sheppard's Shepherd's Pie with a Twist," a hearty yet refined dish that reimagines traditional shepherd's pie with bold flavors and an irresistible cheesy topping. This recipe combines tender ground lamb or beef, sautéed carrots, and sweet peas in a rich, savory sauce enhanced with Worcestershire and tomato paste. The twist? Creamy, golden mashed russet potatoes are blended with sharp cheddar cheese for a luxurious topping that bakes to bubbly perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this crowd-pleaser is easy to prepare in under 1.5 hours and serves six generously. With simple pantry staples, fresh herbs, and a touch of indulgence, this dish is comfort food redefined.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground lamb or beef
• 2 large carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

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 diced onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground lamb or beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Stir in the diced carrots, frozen peas, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and thyme leaves. Cook for 2-3 minutes, mixing well.

Step 6

Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Gradually pour in the stock while stirring constantly to create a thickened sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7

While the filling simmers, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.

Step 8

In a large bowl, mash the potatoes with butter, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper until creamy and smooth.

Step 9

Transfer the meat and vegetable filling into a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 10

Spread the cheddar mashed potatoes over the meat mixture, smoothing with the back of a spoon to create an even layer.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Allow the pie to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Sheppard's Shepherd’s Pie with a Twist!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2618.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3439.3

Total Fat 208.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 617.9mg	0%
Sodium 4936.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 268.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 147.0g	0%

Vitamin D 77.7IU	0%
Calcium 1364.9mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 7549.0mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 30.4%