English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs Recipe

Warm up with this hearty English Cottage Shepherd's Pie, a comforting classic perfect for chilly evenings! This family favorite recipe, passed down from our sis-in-law Ellen (married to an Englishman!), features tender ground beef, savory herbs, and a creamy mashed potato topping. Pair with a glass of cider or Guinness for the ultimate autumnal feast. Get ready for a taste of true British comfort food!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 523.5 kcal
Protein 58g
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Ingredients for English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs

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How to Make English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes, until the beef is well browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the sliced mushrooms, frozen peas, and carrots. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the brown gravy mix, water (or red wine), rosemary, thyme, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Transfer the meat mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Top with the mashed potatoes (made from the boiled potatoes), shredded cheddar cheese, and tomato slices.
  8. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese (optional), alongside a glass of cider or ale.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

69g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs?

English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs?

English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs has approximately 523.5 calories per serving, with about 58 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs?

The key ingredients for English Cottage Shepherd's Pie With Herbs are Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Fresh Mushrooms, Frozen Peas And Carrots, Prepared Instant Mashed Potatoes, Beef Gravy Mix. See the full list with measurements above.

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