Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients:
For the Meat Filling:
Ground Meat: 500g (Beef or Lamb)
Onion: 1 medium (finely chopped)
Garlic: 2 cloves (minced)
Mixed Vegetables: 1 cup (Peas and Carrots)
Broth: ½ cup (Beef broth)
Seasoning: Salt, black pepper, and dried thyme
For the Topping:
Potatoes: 4-5 large (boiled)
Butter and Milk: For mashing until smooth
Cheddar Cheese: Shredded (for the crust)
Dried Parsley: For garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Filling:
In a large skillet, cook the ground meat with onion and garlic until browned.
Add the mixed vegetables, seasoning, and broth. Let it simmer on low heat for a few minutes.
Prepare the Potatoes:
In a separate bowl, mash the boiled potatoes with butter, milk, and a pinch of salt until creamy.
Assembly:
Spread the meat mixture into a glass baking dish (Pyrex) as the first layer.
Evenly spread the mashed potatoes over the meat.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese and dried parsley on top.
Baking:
Place the dish in a preheated oven (180-200°C) for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.
Enjoy!
