Mom's Shepherd's Pie Recipe

A comforting and kid-approved twist on classic Shepherd's Pie! This easy recipe uses crispy tater tots for a fun, crunchy topping. My mom's recipe, now a family favorite, is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Get ready for a delicious and satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 366.2 kcal
Protein 58g
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Ingredients for Mom's Shepherd's Pie

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How to Make Mom's Shepherd's Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 carrots (chopped), and 2 celery stalks (chopped) to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  5. Pour in 1 (15 ounce) can of corn and 1 (10.75 ounce) can of condensed cream of mushroom soup. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Pour the meat mixture into an 8x8 inch casserole dish.
  7. Arrange 3 cups of tater tots evenly over the top of the meat mixture.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

32g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mom's Shepherd's Pie?

Mom's Shepherd's Pie takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mom's Shepherd's Pie?

Mom's Shepherd's Pie has approximately 366.2 calories per serving, with about 58 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mom's Shepherd's Pie?

The key ingredients for Mom's Shepherd's Pie are Lean Ground Beef, Onion, Salt & Pepper, Green Beans, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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