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A classic slice of shepherd's pie, made with minced lamb, garnished with a parsley leaf on a white plate with a fork, next to a whole pie and a sprig of fresh parsley.

Classic Shepherd’s Pie with Minced Lamb

A man in an apron standing in a kitchen.Michael O'Connor
A classic and hearty shepherd’s pie with a savory filling of minced lamb and vegetables, topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Meal Type Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine British
Servings 4
Calories 739 kcal
Difficulty Medium
Ingredient Cost $12.50
Shopping Cost$15

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • Large pot
  • Baking dish
  • Wooden spoon
  • Potato masher

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 lb minced lamb
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prepare the filling:

  • In a large frying pan, cook the minced lamb over medium heat until browned. Remove the lamb from the pan and set aside.
    1 lb minced lamb
  • In the same pan, add chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
    1 large onion, 2 carrots, 2 cloves garlic
  • Add the tomato paste and flour to the vegetables, stirring to combine. Cook for a couple of minutes.
    2 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 tablespoons flour
  • Return the browned lamb to the pan, add the peas, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    1 cup peas, 1 cup beef broth, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Prepare the mashed potatoes:

  • Boil the potatoes in a large pot until tender. Drain and return to the pot.
  • Add butter and milk to the potatoes, and mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
    4 cups mashed potatoes, 4 tablespoons butter, Salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 cup milk

Assemble the shepherd’s pie:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Spread the lamb mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  • Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them evenly over the filling. Use a fork to create a decorative pattern on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling.

Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
    Fresh parsley

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute the lamb with lentils and use vegetable broth.
Shepherd’s pie can be made in advance and reheated in the oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 739kcalCarbohydrates: 67gProtein: 29gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 616mgPotassium: 1352mgFiber: 8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5930IUVitamin C: 71mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Classic British Dish, Comfort Food, Hearty Meal, Shepherd’s Pie

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