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Upside Down Shepherd's Pie Recipe

This recipe puts a fun, flavorful spin on the classic Shepherd's Pie! We're flipping the script (literally!) with a savory beef and corn base topped with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheese. Get ready for a comforting meal that's both familiar and excitingly new.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 501.6 kcal
Protein 63g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Upside Down Shepherd's Pie

  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kernel corn
  • 1 1/4 cups beef stock
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 green bell pepper

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How to Make Upside Down Shepherd's Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain well and mash with milk, butter, and half the salt.
  3. Spread mashed potatoes evenly in an 8-cup greased casserole dish.
  4. In a large nonstick skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess fat.
  5. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in corn, beef stock, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and remaining salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
  8. Pour the beef mixture over the mashed potatoes in the casserole dish.
  9. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green bell pepper.
  10. Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

43g

Carbs

18g

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