Dinner Comfort Food Beef Classic Foundational

The Best Shepherd's Pie

Hearty and easy shepherd’s pie packed full of seasoned beef and vegetables, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and parmesan cheese.

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Details

Time 65m
Yield 8 servings

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Potato masher
  • Baking dish
  • Stovetop
  • Oven

Ingredients

18 items
  • Butter or olive oil 2 tablespoons
  • Medium onion 1
  • Large carrot 1
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Ground beef 1 lb
  • Tomato paste 2 tablespoons
  • All-purpose flour 2 tablespoons
  • Worcestershire sauce 2 tablespoons
  • Italian seasoning 3 teaspoons
  • Beef broth 1 cup
  • Salt 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper 1/2 teaspoon
  • Frozen peas 1 cup
  • Russet potatoes 2 lbs
  • Salted butter 1/2 cup
  • Heavy cream 1/3 cup
  • Salt 1/2 teaspoon
  • Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup

Techniques

Mashing Searing Baking

Notes

  • • Taste the filling and the mash separately to ensure they are properly seasoned.
  • • This is a great use for leftover mashed potatoes.