Shepherd's Pie With Peas And Carrots Recipe
Introduction
Shepherd's pie is a classic British dish that has been around for centuries. It's a hearty, comforting meal that's perfect for a cold winter's night. This recipe for Shepherd's Pie with Peas and Carrots is a delicious twist on the traditional dish. It's easy to make and packed full of flavor.Ingredients
For the filling:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen carrots
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the mashed potato topping:
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375F.
2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain off excess fat.
3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Sprinkle flour over the meat and vegetables and stir to combine.
5. Gradually add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme, stirring constantly.
6. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Add frozen peas and carrots to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Transfer the meat mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
10. Meanwhile, cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender.
11. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
12. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the pot and mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
13. Spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the meat mixture in the baking dish.
14. Use a fork to create ridges in the mashed potatoes.
15. Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
16. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations
Shepherd's pie is a versatile dish that can be adapted to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few variations on this classic recipe:
Cottage Pie
Replace the ground beef with ground lamb for a more traditional version of the dish.
Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
Replace the ground beef with a vegetarian meat substitute, such as crumbled tofu or tempeh.
Irish Shepherd's Pie
Add a layer of cooked sliced potatoes to the top of the meat filling before adding the mashed potato topping.
