Shepherd's Pie Recipe With Frozen Mixed Vegetables
Introduction
Shepherd's pie is a classic dish that's perfect for cold weather. It's warm, comforting, and easy to make. This recipe includes frozen mixed vegetables, which makes it even easier to prepare. You can use whatever vegetables you have on hand or that you prefer. This recipe is also great for using up leftovers. It's a hearty meal that's perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prepping.
Ingredients
For the meat:
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth or stock
For the vegetables:
- 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, peas, green beans)
For the mashed potatoes:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef or lamb over medium-high heat until browned.
3. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
5. Add the beef broth or stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the mixture has thickened slightly.
7. Meanwhile, cook the frozen mixed vegetables according to the package instructions.
8. Drain the vegetables and add them to the meat mixture.
9. Stir to combine.
10. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
11. In a large pot, cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil.
12. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
13. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
14. Add the butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
15. Mash the potatoes until smooth.
16. Spread the mashed potatoes over the meat mixture in the baking dish.
17. Use a fork to create peaks on the mashed potatoes.
18. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the mashed potatoes are golden brown.
19. Let the shepherd's pie cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Variations
There are many ways to make shepherd's pie. Here are a few variations:
- Vegetarian shepherd's pie: Use lentils or another plant-based protein instead of ground meat. You can also omit the Worcestershire sauce and use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
- Shepherd's pie with sweet potato topping: Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for the mashed topping.
- Shepherd's pie with cheese: Add shredded cheddar or another cheese to the mashed potato topping before baking.
- Shepherd's pie with gravy: Serve the shepherd's pie with extra gravy on top.
Conclusion
Shepherd's pie is a classic dish that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe with frozen mixed vegetables is easy to make and full of flavor. It's a great way to use up leftovers or to meal prep for the week. Try this recipe today and enjoy a warm and comforting meal.
