Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Comfort food at its finest! This Shepherd's Pie recipe is incredibly easy to make and a fantastic way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. Elevate your leftovers by stirring in some cheese for a creamy, cheesy topping. Add fresh thyme and rosemary to the savory meat filling for an extra layer of flavor. Get ready for a warm, satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 775.7 kcal
Protein 88g
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Ingredients for Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

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How to Make Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground lamb or beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 carrots (chopped), and 2 celery stalks (chopped) to the skillet and 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 cup beef broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Transfer the meat mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. In a bowl, mash 3 cups cooked potatoes with 1/4 cup milk, 4 tbsp butter, and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Spread the mashed potato mixture evenly over the meat filling.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

94g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes?

Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes?

Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes has approximately 775.7 calories per serving, with about 88 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 57 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Shepherd's Pie With Cheesy Mashed Potatoes are Butter, Olive Oil, Onion, Carrots, Celery, Garlic Cloves. See the full list with measurements above.

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