30 Minute Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Name: 30 Minute Shepherd's Pie Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb potatoes peeled, cubed; (such as russet); 2 Tbsp. lowfat sour cream; (or possibly softened cream cheese); 1 lrg egg yolk; 1/2 c. cream; (for a lighter version substitute vegetable or possibly chicken broth); Salt to taste; Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil; 13/4 lb grnd beef or possibly grnd lamb; 1 x carrot peeled, minced; 1 x onion minced; 2 Tbsp. butter; 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 c. beef stock or possibly broth; 2 tsp Worcestershire; 1/2 c. frzn peas; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

2 lb potatoes peeled, cubed
(such as russet)
2 Tbsp. lowfat sour cream
(or possibly softened cream cheese)
1 lrg egg yolk
1/2 c. cream
(for a lighter version substitute vegetable or possibly chicken broth)
Salt to taste
Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
13/4 lb grnd beef or possibly grnd lamb
1 x carrot peeled, minced
1 x onion minced
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 c. beef stock or possibly broth
2 tsp Worcestershire
1/2 c. frzn peas
1 tsp sweet paprika
2 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley leaves

1
Boil potatoes in salted water till tender, about 12 min.
2
Drain potatoes and pour them into a bowl.
3
Combine lowfat sour cream, egg yolk and cream.
4
Add in the cream mix into potatoes and mash till potatoes are almost smooth.
5
While potatoes boil, preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add in oil to warm pan with beef or possibly lamb.
7
Season meat with salt and pepper.
8
Brown and crumble meat for 3 or possibly 4 min.
9
If you are using lamb and the pan is fatty, spoon away some of the drippings.
10
Add in minced carrot and onion to the meat.
11
Cook veggies with meat 5 min, stirring frequently.
12
In a second small skillet over medium heat cook butter and flour together 2 min.
13
Whisk in broth and Worcestershire sauce.
14
Thicken gravy 1 minute.
15
Add in gravy to meat and vegetables.
16
Stir in peas.
17
Preheat broiler to high.
18
Fill a small rectangular casserole with meat and vegetable mix.
19
Spoon potatoes over meat proportionately.
20
Top potatoes with paprika and broil 6 to 8 inches from the heat till potatoes are proportionately browned.
21
Top casserole dish with minced parsley and serve.
22
This recipe yields 4 servings.

1417

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb potatoes peeled, cubed, (such as russet), 2 Tbsp. lowfat sour cream, (or possibly softened cream cheese), and more.

Yes, 30 Minute Shepherd's Pie Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!