Shepherds Pie Recipe

Name: Shepherds Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 brown onion, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 carrot, peeled, finely chopped; 2 stalks celery, finely chopped; 1 cup frozen peas and corn; 500 g ground lamb; 2 tablespoons plain flour; 2 cups beef stock; 2 dried bay leaves; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 tablespoon basil; 1 tablespoon oregano; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 4 (200 g) desiree potatoes, peeled, chopped; 40 g butter; 125 ml milk; melted butter, to brush

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 brown onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 carrot, peeled, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 cup frozen peas and corn
500 g ground lamb
2 tablespoons plain flour
2 cups beef stock
2 dried bay leaves
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon basil
1 tablespoon oregano
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 (200 g) desiree potatoes, peeled, chopped
40 g butter
125 ml milk
melted butter, to brush

1
Preheat oven to 200C
2
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
3
Add onion, garlic, carrot, celery, peas, corn, basil and oregano and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until soft.
4
Add lamb mince and cook, stirring to break up any lumps, for 5 minutes or until lamb changes colour.
5
Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until combined.
6
Add stock, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste & ketchup.
7
Bring to the boil.
8
Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until sauce thickens.
9
Taste and season with salt and pepper.
10
Meanwhile cook potato in a saucepan of salted boiling water for 15 minutes or until tender.
11
Drain well.
12
Return to the pan with the butter.
13
Use a potato masher or fork to mash until smooth.
14
Add milk and use a wooden spoon to stir until combined.
15
Taste and season with salt and pepper.
16
Spoon lamb mixture into a 2L capacity ovenproof baking dish.
17
Top with mashed potato and use a fork to spread over lamb mixture.
18
Brush with butter.
19
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until mashed potato is golden brown.
20
Serve immediately.

890

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 brown onion, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 1 carrot, peeled, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Shepherds 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!

Shepherds Pie

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