Shepherd’s pie

Here’s a simple, classic Shepherd’s Pie recipe 🥧
(Comfort food, easy to make, and great for beginners.)

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Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Ingredients

Meat filling

• 1 lb ground meat (traditionally lamb; beef works too)
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1 cup corn (optional)
• 2 cloves garlic (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup broth (chicken or beef)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Mashed potato topping

• 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup milk
• Salt to taste

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Instructions

1. Make the mashed potatoes
   • Boil potatoes in salted water until soft.
   • Drain, mash with butter, milk, and salt. Set aside.
2. Cook the filling
   • Brown the ground meat in a skillet over medium heat.
   • Add onion and garlic; cook until soft.
   • Stir in tomato paste, broth, salt, and pepper.
   • Add peas, carrots, and corn. Simmer 5 minutes.
3. Assemble
   • Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
   • Spread meat mixture in a baking dish.
   • Spoon mashed potatoes on top and spread evenly.
4. Bake
   • Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
5. Serve
   • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

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Tips

• For extra flavor, sprinkle a little shredded cheese on top.
• Use a fork to make ridges in the potatoes so they crisp up nicely.

If you want a vegetarian, chicken, or extra-easy one-pan version, just let me know 😊