Italian Shepherd'S Pie Recipe

Name: Italian Shepherd'S Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 8 ounces Italian sausage, cut in half lengthwise and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices; 16 ounces diced tomatoes; 1 1/2 cups mushrooms, sliced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 cup frozen peas; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 lbs potatoes, peeled, cut in quarters; 3/4 cup milk; 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
8 ounces Italian sausage, cut in half lengthwise and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
16 ounces diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups mushrooms, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 lbs potatoes, peeled, cut in quarters
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
6 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt

1
Place ground beef and sausage in a medium skillet.
2
Cook until beef looses its pink color.
3
Add tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic and vinegar. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
4
Stir in peas, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Meanwhile, boil potatoes in water to cover until tender, about 20 minutes.
7
Drain and transfer to large mixing bowl.
8
Beat in milk, cheese, butter and salt. Continue beating until smooth.
9
Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
10
Spoon meat mixture into 2 quart shallow casserole.
11
Spoon potato mixture on top and spread evenly to edge.
12
Bake until golden and bubbling, about 30 minutes.
13
Let stand 10 minute before serving.

824

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* 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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 8 ounces Italian sausage, cut in half lengthwise and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices, 16 ounces diced tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Italian Shepherd'S 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!

Italian Shepherd'S Pie

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