Shepherds Pie ( Shepherd's ) Recipe

Name: Shepherds Pie ( Shepherd's )
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 onions, chopped; 450 g ground lamb; 2 tablespoons plain flour; 2 carrots, peeled & finely chopped; 2 tablespoons tomato puree; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon dried rosemary; 300 ml vegetable stock; 1 kg floury potato; 25 g butter; 5 tablespoons milk; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce; 3 tablespoons red wine

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
450 g ground lamb
2 tablespoons plain flour
2 carrots, peeled & finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato puree
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
300 ml vegetable stock
1 kg floury potato
25 g butter
5 tablespoons milk
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
3 tablespoons red wine

1
Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onions, then fry for 7 minutes, until softened and slightly browned.
2
Stir in the lamb, fry until crumbly and evenly browned.
3
Stir in the flour.
4
Stir in the carrots, tomato puree, Worcestershire sauce, herbs and stock.
5
Season well, bring to the boil, cover, then simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender.
6
Meanwhile, peel and chop the potatoes, then cook them in a large pan of boiling salted water until tender; drain well.
7
Return potatoes to the pan cover and leave to steam.
8
Dry in the heat for 5 minutes with the lid off.
9
Heat the oven to 200C/gas6.
10
Mash the potatoes until they are smooth.
11
Mash in the butter, then add plenty of salt and pepper as well as the milk, until you have a smooth consistency.
12
Tip the mince mixture into a 1.7 litre ovenproof dish.
13
Put spoonfuls of mash over the top, then smooth it over with a fork, sealing in the filling.
14
Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top of the pie is crisp and golden.

768

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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.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 onions, chopped, 450 g ground lamb, 2 tablespoons plain flour, and more.

Yes, Shepherds Pie ( Shepherd's ) 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 ( Shepherd's )

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Variations & substitutions

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