Shepherd's Pie With Ground Beef And Instant Potatoes
Shepherd's pie is a classic dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or a gathering with friends and family. Made with ground beef and topped with creamy instant potatoes, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. In this article, we'll go over how to make shepherd's pie with ground beef and instant potatoes using an Instant Pot.
Ingredients:
For the ground beef mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
For the instant potatoes:
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups instant mashed potatoes
Instructions:
1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
3. Pour the beef broth into the pot and stir to combine.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water. Pour the mixture into the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
5. Turn off sauté mode and switch to pressure cook mode. Set the timer for 10 minutes.
6. While the beef mixture is cooking, make the instant potatoes. In a pot, bring the water, milk, butter, and salt to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the instant mashed potatoes until well combined.
7. Once the timer goes off on the Instant Pot, quick release the pressure.
8. Spoon the beef mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
9. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top of the beef mixture and spread them evenly.
10. Place the baking dish in the oven and broil for 5-7 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Variations:
There are many variations of shepherd's pie that you can try. Here are a few ideas:
- Instead of ground beef, use ground lamb or turkey.
- Use sweet potatoes or cauliflower mash instead of instant potatoes.
- Add vegetables such as peas, carrots, or corn to the beef mixture.
- Top the mashed potatoes with shredded cheese before broiling.
Conclusion:
Shepherd's pie is a delicious and comforting meal that is easy to make using an Instant Pot. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty and satisfying dish that everyone will love. Try out different variations to make it your own and enjoy this classic meal any time of year.