Traditional Irish Shepherd’S Pie Recipe

Name: Traditional Irish Shepherd’S Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 4 Large Carrots, Finely Diced; 1 Large Onion, Finely Diced; 1 pound Ground Beef; Salt And Ground Black Pepper To Taste; 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Leaves; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 1 cup Frozen Peas; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1/4 cups Red Wine; 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce; 1 cup Chicken Broth; 6 cups Mashed Potatoes (fresh Or Leftover); 1 Egg, Beaten; Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
4 Large Carrots, Finely Diced
1 Large Onion, Finely Diced
1 pound Ground Beef
Salt And Ground Black Pepper To Taste
2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Leaves
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 cup Frozen Peas
2 Tablespoons Flour
2 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
1/4 cups Red Wine
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
1 cup Chicken Broth
6 cups Mashed Potatoes (fresh Or Leftover)
1 Egg, Beaten
Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large saute pan until hot. Saute carrots in the olive oil until starting to get tender, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in onions and saute for a minute or two, then add ground beef; season with salt and black pepper. Add thyme and cook until the meat is browned; drain.
3
Reduce heat to medium heat. Add butter and peas; stir until butter is melted. Sprinkle with flour and stir until well blended. Add tomato paste, wine and Worcestershire sauce.Cook until the mixture reduces slightly, then add the chicken broth. Allow the filling to thicken and season with more salt and pepper if desired. Remove from heat.
4
Transfer the meat filling to a lightly greased baking dish. Spoon or pipe the mashed potatoes over top. Brush surface with the beaten egg and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using.
5
Bake for 20 minutes or until potatoes are golden brown. Enjoy!

895

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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 Olive Oil, 4 Large Carrots, Finely Diced, 1 Large Onion, Finely Diced, 1 pound Ground Beef, and more.

Yes, Traditional Irish 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.

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Traditional Irish Shepherd’S Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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