Recipe For Shepherd's Pie With Leftover Roast Beef
Introduction
Have you ever wondered what to do with the leftover roast beef from Sunday's dinner? Don't throw it away! With a few simple ingredients, you can turn it into a delicious Shepherd's Pie that your whole family will love. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in under an hour.Ingredients
For the filling:
- 2 cups of leftover roast beef, shredded or chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 cup of beef broth
- 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the mashed potatoes:
- 6 potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the shredded or chopped roast beef to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
6. Pour the beef broth mixture into the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for a few minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Spoon the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
9. In a large pot, boil the chopped potatoes until they are fork-tender.
10. Drain the potatoes and add the milk and butter. Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy.
11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. Spread the mashed potatoes over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
13. Use a fork to create ridges on the surface of the mashed potatoes.
14. Bake the Shepherd's Pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Variations
Feel free to customize this recipe to your liking. Here are a few ideas:
- Use different vegetables, such as green beans or broccoli.
- Add grated cheese to the mashed potatoes before baking.
- Use ground beef instead of leftover roast beef.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the meat and using vegetable broth instead of beef broth.