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Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie

A modern twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie, featuring all the delicious components served separately for a visually appealing and flavorful dish.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground lamb or beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, then add peas and cook for another 2 minutes. Set aside.
  4. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. To serve, spoon the meat mixture onto plates, top with mashed potatoes, and sprinkle with cheddar cheese if desired.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Trusted Blog