Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Name: Shepherd's Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 lb ground veal (variation use ground turkey); 1 lb ground pork; 2 onions, finely chopped; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO); 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 (4 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, with liquid; 2 (16 ounce) bags frozen mixed vegetables (rinsed); 2 tablespoons flour, Wondra quick-mixing flour; 6 lbs mashed potatoes (prepared SAM's Club or Costco); 2 bay leaves; 1 cinnamon stick; ½ teaspoon thyme; ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon dill; ½ cup parsley, fresh italian flat leaf, chopped (or more to your liking)

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb ground veal (variation use ground turkey)
1 lb ground pork
2 onions, finely chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (4 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, with liquid
2 (16 ounce) bags frozen mixed vegetables (rinsed)
2 tablespoons flour, Wondra quick-mixing flour
6 lbs mashed potatoes (prepared SAM's Club or Costco)
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
½ teaspoon thyme
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon dill
½ cup parsley, fresh italian flat leaf, chopped (or more to your liking)

1
Saute onions and garlic in EVOO until until translucent.
2
Add ground meats, bay leaves, herbs (except fresh parsley) and cook through.
3
Add diced tomatoes, and mushrooms.
4
Let mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes.
5
Remove bay leaves and cinnamon stick.
6
Add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Sprinkle Wondra flour over meat mixture and cook for a few more minutes (5-10minutes).
8
Add frozen veggies and parsley.
9
Divide meat mixture into two casserole dishes.
10
Cover with warmed mashed potatoes (they are easier to spread when warm).
11
Refrigerate until ready to bake.
12
Bake in 375 degree oven, covered with aluminum foil, for 30 minutes.
13
Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes or until the mashed potatoes are a golden brown color.
14
If not refrigerated, bake uncovered for 20 minutes.
15
Serve.
16
Optional: Sprinkle your cheese of choice over the mashed potatoes before baking.
17
Freeze the other pie or share with someone who needs dinner that night!

1499

kcal

Calories

Fat

192

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

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: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 lb ground veal (variation use ground turkey), 1 lb ground pork, 2 onions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, 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!

Shepherd's Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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