Shepherd's Pie Easy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meaty Layer
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1 pound of ground lamb or beef, lean
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2 tablespoons of butter, unsalted
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1 onion, medium, diced
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons of tomato concentrate
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1 cup beef stock
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2 cups frozen vegetables, mixed
→ Mashed Potato Top
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3 garlic cloves, peeled
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1/4 cup butter, unsalted
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2.5 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
→ Flavorings
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1/2 teaspoon table salt
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Ground black pepper, to your taste
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1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
# Instructions:
01 -
Heat the oven to 375°F and get a large pot of water boiling for the peeled potatoes.
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Brown the beef and onions, mix in seasoning and tomato paste. Stir in flour and stock, then toss in vegetables.
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Boil potatoes until soft, then mash with garlic, melted butter, and warm cream.
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Spread the meat mixture in a baking dish. Cover it with the mashed potatoes, shaping it with a fork.
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Bake for 30 minutes. Broil quickly to get golden tips. Let it sit a bit before you serve.
# Notes:
01 -
Works great if prepped in advance
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Keeps well in the freezer
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Perfect for using up extra portions