𝐶ℎ𝑒𝑑𝑑𝑎𝑟-𝑇𝑜𝑝𝑝𝑒𝑑 𝑆ℎ𝑒𝑝ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑑’𝑠 𝑃𝑖𝑒
𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:
1 lb ground beef 🥩
1 onion, finely chopped 🧅
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 cup frozen peas and carrots 🥕
1 tbsp tomato paste 🍅
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 🛢️
1 cup beef broth 🍲
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂🌶️
4 cups mashed potatoes 🥔
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
2 tbsp butter 🧈
1 tsp dried thyme 🌿
𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
1. Cook the filling: 🥩 In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat. 🍽️
2. Add seasoning and vegetables: 🍅 Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth, allowing the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes. Add the frozen peas and carrots, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and set aside. 🧑🍳
3. Prepare the mashed potatoes: 🥔 If you don’t already have mashed potatoes, prepare them by boiling peeled potatoes until tender, then mashing them with butter and milk until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 🎂
4. Assemble the shepherd’s pie: 🍲 Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly across the bottom. Layer the mashed potatoes over the top, smoothing them out with a spatula. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes, creating a golden cheesy crust when baked. 🍽️
5. Bake the shepherd’s pie: 🧀 Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown. The edges of the mashed potatoes should be slightly crispy. 🧑🍳
6. Serve and enjoy: 🌿 Let the Cheddar-Topped Shepherd’s Pie cool for a few minutes before serving. This hearty, comforting dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner and pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread. 🥰
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟮𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟮𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟰𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀
𝗞𝗰𝗮𝗹: 𝟰𝟱𝟬 𝗸𝗰𝗮𝗹 | 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝟲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀
~ 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒆𝒔