Best 5 30 Minute Shepherds Pie Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Shepherd's Pie, a classic dish that exudes comfort and warmth. This hearty and flavorful creation features a layer of succulent ground lamb or beef enveloped in a blanket of creamy mashed potatoes, topped with a golden crust. As the pie bakes, tantalizing aromas fill the air, promising a delightful dining experience.

In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of Shepherd's Pie recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From traditional variations to modern interpretations, each recipe offers a unique twist on this beloved dish. Explore the classic Shepherd's Pie with its rich gravy and tender vegetables, or venture into innovative variations that incorporate unique ingredients like sweet potato mash or a cheesy cauliflower topping.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating a perfect Shepherd's Pie. Discover the art of browning the meat to perfection, achieving the creamiest mashed potatoes, and crafting a flavorful gravy that elevates the entire dish.

With its versatility and crowd-pleasing appeal, Shepherd's Pie is ideal for both casual family meals and special occasions. Gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in the timeless flavors of this culinary masterpiece. Let your taste buds dance with delight as you savor each bite, experiencing the perfect harmony of textures and flavors in every spoonful. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST SHEPHERD'S PIE



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We stuck with tradition and made our shepherd's pie with lamb, but you could easily swap in ground beef. The saucy filling is packed with tender vegetables and the creamy topping is inspired by the Irish potato dish, colcannon, and is filled with cabbage, leeks and cheese.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 4 medium potatoes)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 small head green cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 ounces or 2 cups)
1 leek, white and light-green parts only, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded sharp white Cheddar (about 3 ounces)
3 large egg yolks
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 stalk celery, sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 pounds ground lamb
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • For the topping: Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Season with 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and reserve the saucepan.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots, onion, celery, garlic, thyme and 2 teaspoons salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and cook until it turns brick red, about 8 minutes. Add the lamb, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the peas. Stir in the flour until incorporated, about 1 minute. Add the broth and Worcestershire and cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • To finish the topping, melt the butter in the large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cabbage and leeks and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the heavy cream, 1 tablespoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper, and cook until warm, about 1 minute. Return the potatoes to the pan with the cabbage and add the cheese. Mash with a potato masher or wooden spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in the egg yolks.
  • Transfer the filling to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add the topping, swirling to create texture. Make sure that the sides are sufficiently covered so the filling doesn't leak through. Bake until the filling is bubbly and the top is lightly golden, about 35 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

SHEPHERD'S PIE VI



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This Shepherd's Pie is a layered casserole of beef, carrots, and potato.

Provided by Jacquie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Shepherd's Pie Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste
5 carrots, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ketchup
¾ cup beef broth
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash. Mix in butter, finely chopped onion and 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste; set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, mash and set aside. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C.)
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan. Add onion and cook until clear. Add ground beef and cook until well browned. Pour off excess fat, then stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add ketchup and beef broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Spread the ground beef in an even layer on the bottom of a 2 quart casserole dish. Next, spread a layer of mashed carrots. Top with the mashed potato mixture and sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 64.5 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 294.6 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

BEST 30 MINUTE SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Make and share this Best 30 Minute Shepherd's Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs potatoes, such as russet, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons sour cream or 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese
1 large egg yolk
1/2 cup cream (for a lighter version substitute vegetable or chicken broth)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 3/4 lbs ground beef or 1 3/4 lbs ground lamb
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef stock or 1 cup broth
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, eyeball it
1/2 cup frozen peas, a couple of handfuls
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain potatoes and pour them into a bowl. Combine sour cream, egg yolk and cream. Add the cream mixture into potatoes and mash until potatoes are almost smooth.
  • While potatoes boil, preheat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil to hot pan with beef or lamb. Season meat with salt and pepper. Brown and crumble meat for 3 or 4 minutes. If you are using lamb and the pan is fatty, spoon away some of the drippings. Add chopped carrot and onion to the meat. Cook veggies with meat 5 minutes, stirring frequently. In a second small skillet over medium heat cook butter and flour together 2 minutes. Whisk in broth and Worcestershire sauce. Thicken gravy 1 minute. Add gravy to meat and vegetables. Stir in peas.
  • Preheat broiler to high. Fill a small rectangular casserole with meat and vegetable mixture. Spoon potatoes over meat evenly. Top potatoes with paprika and broil 6 to 8 inches from the heat until potatoes are evenly browned. Top casserole dish with chopped parsley and serve.

30 MINUTE SHEPHERD'S PIE



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There are so many versions of shepherds pie, but this version is ultra easy and quick! It's a kid pleaser and ready in 30 min. or less. You can add it to the oven like most other recipes call for but theres no need with this recipe. The purpose is to save time, right? If you're really in a hurry, use instant potatoes. Plus it's good!

Provided by Odessajay

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 -7 potatoes
1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
3 (10 1/2 ounce) cans campbells vegetarian vegetable soup
1 (15 ounce) can corn
1 (15 ounce) can peas (optional)
1/2 cup salted butter
1/3 cup whole milk
salt
paprika

Steps:

  • Peel and cube potatoes and set into a pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook them until a fork slides in the potatoes easily.
  • In a large non-stick pan brown the meat and salt to taste. Drain the meat of excess fat.
  • Add the 3 cans of soup and drained can of corn to the meat(drained can of peas optional). Set over med to med/high heat and stir occasionally until the juices thicken extra thick.
  • Remove and drain the potatoes when they are ready. Add the butter and milk. Mash to remove any potato chunks and use your hand mixer to mix well while salting to your taste.
  • Remove the meat/soup mix and place into a dish. Top the mix with the prepared potatoes. Sprinkle w/paprika as a decoration.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.9, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 70.1, Sodium 525.5, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 5.1, Protein 17

RACHEL RAY 30 MINUTE SHEPHERD PIE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by CorbettCook

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons sour cream or softened cream cheese
1 large egg yolk
1/2 cup cream, for a lighter version substitute vegetable or chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 3/4 pounds ground beef or ground lamb
1 carrot, peeled and chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beef stock or broth
2 teaspoons Worcestershire, eyeball it
1/2 cup frozen peas, a couple of handfuls
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain potatoes and pour them into a bowl. Combine sour cream, egg yolk and cream. Add the cream mixture into potatoes and mash until potatoes are almost smooth. While potatoes boil, preheat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add oil to hot pan with beef. Season meat with salt and pepper. Brown and crumble meat for 3 or 4 minutes. If you are using lamb and the pan is fatty, spoon away some of the drippings. Add chopped carrot and onion to the meat. Cook veggies with meat 5 minutes, stirring frequently. In a second small skillet over medium heat cook butter and flour together 2 minutes. Whisk in broth and Worcestershire sauce. Thicken gravy 1 minute. Add gravy to meat and vegetables. Stir in peas and corn. Preheat broiler to high. Fill a small rectangular casserole with meat and vegetable mixture. Spoon potatoes over meat evenly. Top potatoes with paprika and broil 6 to 8 inches from the heat until potatoes are evenly browned. Top casserole dish with chopped parsley and serve.

Tips:

  • To save time, use a pre-made pie crust or mashed potatoes.
  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground lamb.
  • Add a layer of vegetables, such as peas, carrots, or corn, to the bottom of the pie crust before adding the meat mixture.
  • Season the meat mixture generously with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  • Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This 30-minute shepherd's pie is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this pie is sure to be a family favorite. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this 30-minute shepherd's pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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