Description
Experience the joy of Summer Shepherd’s Pie, a comforting dish that combines golden-brown mashed potatoes with a savory filling of ground meat and vibrant vegetables. Perfectly seasoned and baked until golden, each bite offers a delightful blend of flavors that evoke fond memories of summer gatherings. This recipe is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef (lean)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 carrots (diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 4 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (e.g., thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Chop onions, dice carrots, and mince garlic.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent. Stir in garlic.
- Add ground lamb or beef; brown thoroughly. Mix in tomato paste and herbs.
- Pour in beef broth, then add diced carrots and peas. Simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Boil cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash with butter and milk.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Layer meat mixture in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, smoothing them out.
- Bake until golden brown for approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of pie (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg