Description
An elevated take on the classic British comfort food, this beef-based pie features grated vegetables and a Parmesan-crusted potato topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 large onion, grated
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato purée
- 1 cup red wine
- 1.5 cups beef stock
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, then remove excess fat.
- Add grated onions, carrots, and garlic; sauté until softened and caramelized.
- Stir in tomato purée, Worcestershire sauce, and red wine; reduce by half.
- Add beef stock and fresh herbs; simmer for 30-40 minutes until thickened.
- Boil and mash potatoes with butter, milk, egg yolks, and half the Parmesan.
- Spread beef in a dish, top with potatoes, and create ridges with a fork.
- Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes until golden.
Notes
Rich in protein, high in Vitamin A from carrots, and ultimate comfort food profile.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 485 kcal