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Homemade Shepherds Pie with Lamb

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A classic British comfort food featuring slow-simmered lamb with fresh herbs and a creamy mashed potato topping, perfect for cozy dinners and family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb (preferably grass-fed)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef or lamb stock
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup whole milk or cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ½ cup grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot of cold salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. While the potatoes cook, heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and carrots, sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add ground lamb, break it up with a spoon, and cook until browned all over, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavors. Pour in the stock and bring to a simmer. Let it bubble gently until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in frozen peas and remove from heat.
  5. Drain potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and milk, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in grated cheddar cheese if desired.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the lamb filling evenly in the bottom of an oven-safe baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes, smoothing the surface and creating textured peaks.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the potato topping is golden and slightly crispy. Optionally, broil for 2-3 minutes for a more pronounced crust, watching closely.
  8. Let the shepherd’s pie rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow layers to set.

Notes

Brown the lamb thoroughly before adding liquids for richer flavor. Rest the pie after baking to help it set. Warm milk before mashing potatoes for creamier texture. For gluten-free, verify Worcestershire sauce and stock ingredients. Optionally broil the top for a crispier crust. Filling can be prepared a day ahead for better flavor.

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Keywords: shepherd's pie, lamb, comfort food, mashed potatoes, easy dinner, traditional British recipe

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