Over the past few years, this Easy Ground Lamb Shepherd’s Pie has become a staple meal in our household. I would even go so far as to say it’s our favorite British food. So after some trial and error, I have undeniably perfected my recipe. Please note, this is a recipe that I firmly believe should be left to the taste of the cook. You can even use ground beef as your meat. Please use your own judgment on the amount of each ingredient unless specified.
Easy Ground Lamb Shepherd’s Pie
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- TO MAKE THE FILLING:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 pounds ground lamb or beef
- 1-2 large carrots, finely chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup corn, I just used the frozen stuff
- 1 cup peas, optional
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced (you can use more or less)
- Rosemary
- Thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
- Worcestershire sauce
- Tomato paste, no more than 1 small can
- Red wine, I use about a cup because I am obsessed with red wine, but
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- TO MAKE THE MASH:
- 1.5 pounds golden potatoes
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 1/2 tablespoons butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1-2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, you can use more
Instructions
1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot, add some salt and your potatoes. Set a 15-minute timer and start on your filling.
2. Pour olive oil into a large pan, add meat and brown evenly.
3. Add your rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt & pepper. Mix well.
4. Add your carrots and onion. Stir thoroughly until onions become translucent.
5. Add carrots and peas. Stir.
6. Add Worcestershire Sauce, stir, add tomato paste, stir to combine.
7. Add Red Wine and allow to sweat down 2-3 minutes.
8. Add chicken stock and simmer until thickened.
9. Once potatoes are complete, remove from heat and strain. Transfer back into the pot and add cream, butter, salt, pepper, yolk(s) and cheese. Mash together.
10. Scoop filling into a deep casserole or oven-safe dish, and then spoon mash over the top.
11. Use a spatula to spread the mash, and then add a generous portion of Parmesan cheese over the top.
12. You can also use the back of a fork on the potatoes to create a “peaked” look.
13. Place in the oven at 400°F for 15 minutes and then broil for 2-3 or until the potatoes turn a golden brown.
14. Serve immediately and fall in love!
