Name: Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: British-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (85% lean recommended); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp rosemary (optional); 1/2 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup beef broth; 1 1/2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn — fresh or frozen); 2 tsp all-purpose flour; 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream; 1/2 cup sour cream (optional); Salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional); Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Description

Looking for a cozy, hearty, and satisfying dinner idea? This Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie is a classic comfort food recipe that brings together creamy mashed potatoes and savory beef filling in one irresistible skillet. It’s an easy dinner recipe that’s perfect for weeknights, a fantastic make-ahead meal, and a delicious way to use up leftovers. Ideal for quick dinners, family meals, and comforting food ideas that are both filling and flavorful.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (85% lean recommended)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme

1/2 tsp rosemary (optional)

1/2 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup beef broth

1 1/2 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn — fresh or frozen)

2 tsp all-purpose flour

2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

4 tbsp unsalted butter

1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream

1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Boil cubed potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with butter, milk, and sour cream. Season and set aside.

2. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet. Sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

3. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Season with thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper.

4. Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Add flour and cook another minute.

5. Pour in beef broth and stir in vegetables. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.

6. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the beef filling. Seal the edges. Top with shredded cheddar if desired.

7. Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes. Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden crust.

8. Let rest for 5–10 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Let the dish rest before serving so the layers settle and it’s easier to slice.

For a vegetarian version, replace beef with lentils or plant-based crumbles.

You can assemble this dish a day in advance and bake just before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: British-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of pie
Calories: 430
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 85mg