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Quick Shepherd’s Pie: 7 Secret Tips for the Ultimate Family Dinner


  • Author: Nouna
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

A fast and flavorful Shepherd’s Pie featuring a rich beef and vegetable gravy topped with buttery mashed potatoes, ready in under 45 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Lamb
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas and Carrots
  • 1 medium Onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Milk or Heavy Cream
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Boil and mash the potatoes with butter and milk.
  2. Brown the meat with onions and garlic in a skillet.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, and frozen vegetables; simmer until thickened.
  4. Spread the mashed potatoes over the meat mixture.
  5. Broil for 3-5 minutes until the top is golden brown.

Notes

High in protein, family-friendly, budget-efficient, and perfect for using leftover mashed potatoes.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 410 kcal