Bloody Mary Cottage Pie Recipe

Name: Bloody Mary Cottage Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 red onion, finely chopped; 2 sticks celery, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped; 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 -2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce; ½ cup red wine; 1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes; 1 pinch celery salt; salt and pepper; 1 13 lbs floury potatoes, such as Yukon gold, peeled and halved (or quartered, depending on size); 3 12 ounces butter; 5 tablespoons milk; 9 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded; 3 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 red onion, finely chopped
2 sticks celery, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
1 lb lean ground beef
1 -2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
½ cup red wine
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 pinch celery salt
salt and pepper
1 13 lbs floury potatoes, such as Yukon gold, peeled and halved (or quartered, depending on size)
3 12 ounces butter
5 tablespoons milk
9 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
3 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded (optional)

1
For the beef, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat.
2
Add the onion, celery, garlic and chili and fry gently for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables have softened but havent coloured.
3
Increase the heat and stir in the ground beef.
4
Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef has browned.
5
Add the Worcestershire and Tabasco sauces, wine and tomatoes and sprinkle in the celery salt.
6
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
7
Simmer for about an hour, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened and cooked down into a rich sauce.
8
While the beef sauce is cooking, preheat the oven to 350F
9
For the potato topping, bring the potatoes to the boil in a large saucepan of salted water.
10
Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, until tender.
11
Drain thoroughly and mash until smooth.
12
Stir in the butter, milk and cheddar cheese, and season well.
13
Spoon the beef into a large ovenproof dish and top with the cheesy mash.
14
Sprinkle over the gruyere, if using.
15
Transfer to a baking tray and bake for 30-40 minutes, until golden and bubbling.

1431

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

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.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red onion, finely chopped, 2 sticks celery, finely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Bloody Mary Cottage Pie 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!

Bloody Mary Cottage Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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