Name: Simple Shepherd’s Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1.5 pounds ground beef; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup beef broth; 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables; 2 pounds potatoes; 1/2 cup milk; 4 tablespoons butter; to taste salt and pepper

Simple Shepherd’s Pie

A classic comfort food dish featuring seasoned ground meat topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden brown.

Author: AI-Leen Brown

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Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 30 mins Rest Time 10 mins Total Time 1 hr 10 mins Difficulty: Easy Servings: 1 Estimated Cost: $ 20 Best Season: Fall

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato paste and beef broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the frozen vegetables and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Meanwhile, boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with warm milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the meat filling to a baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g31%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 6g
Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Simple Shepherd’s Pie