Best 3 Easy Shepherds Pie Recipes

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Shepherd's pie, a classic British dish, is a comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold night. The traditional recipe features ground lamb, vegetables, and gravy, all topped with a creamy mashed potato crust. However, there are many variations on the shepherd's pie recipe, including this easy version that uses ground beef instead of lamb. This recipe also includes a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and peas, and a flavorful gravy made with red wine and Worcestershire sauce. The mashed potato topping is made with a combination of Yukon Gold potatoes and cream cheese, which gives it a smooth and creamy texture. Whether you are a fan of the traditional shepherd's pie or are looking for a new and easy weeknight meal, this easy shepherd's pie recipe is sure to please.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

EASY INSTANT POTATO SHEPHERDS PIE



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This is a great recipe thats easy to prepare with not many ingredients. Enjoy with a side salad for a complete meal.

Provided by cdn_gal

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 (20 ounce) box instant mashed potatoes (8 serving size)
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 (8 ounce) can beef gravy
2 tablespoons garlic powder
salt
pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 325'F.
  • Use vegetable spray on casserole dish.
  • Prepare instant mashed potatoes following box directions.
  • Boil frozen vegetables in saucepan.
  • Brown ground beef.
  • Add 1/2 can of beef gravy.
  • Add garlic powder.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • Drain vegetables.
  • Add the beef mixture to casserole dish.
  • Add the vegetables and spread evenly.
  • Add large spoonfuls of the mashed potatoes
  • over the vegetables.
  • Wait a few minutes for potatoes to cool before spreading.
  • Make a design with bottom of fork on the potatoes.
  • Sprinkle some paprika.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Cool for 15 minutes before slicing.
  • Add remaining warmed gravy to each serving.

EASY BUTTERY SHEPHERDS PIE



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This recipe is so easy, yet so delicious. You can change up the type of meat (I have used a combo of beef, chicken and/or sausage) and use whatever veges you choose. It always comes out a winner! Whenever I bring it to a carry-in, I am inevitably asked for the recipe! I highly recommend you use Certified Angus Beef when preparing this dish ... you will taste the difference!

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs certified angus beef ground beef
2/3 cup yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs potatoes, peeled
4 tablespoons butter
2 carrots, sliced
15 3/4 ounces beef broth
4 tablespoons flour
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Saute beef, onion, celery and garlic in a large pan until well done.
  • Strain off fat, leaving meat in the strainer and reserving pan for later use.
  • Boil potatoes until fork tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain and mash with butter.
  • Blanch carrots (or microwave until al dente) and add to beef mixture.
  • Whisk broth with flour to thicken, and add to the pan. When gravy comes to a boil, add beef and carrot mixture.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon meat mixture into a 2-quart casserole. Spoon potatoes on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
  • Top with cheese and let sit until cheese melts from the radiated heat; approximately 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.7, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 85.8, Sodium 355.2, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 22.7

EASY SHEPHERDS PIE



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Make and share this Easy Shepherds Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Blazekat21

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 1 Pie, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs ground beef round
1 onion, chopped
1 -2 cup vegetables (chopped carrots, corn, peas)
1 1/2-2 lbs potatoes or 3 big potatoes
8 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
salt
pepper
seasoning, of choice

Steps:

  • 1 Peel and quarter potatoes, boil in salted water until tender (about 20 minutes).
  • 2 While the potatoes are cooking, melt 4 Tablespoons butter (1/2 a stick) in large frying pan.
  • 3 Sauté onions in butter until tender over medium heat (10 mins). If you are adding vegetables, add them according to cooking time. Put any carrots in with the onions. Add corn or peas either at the end of the cooking of the onions, or after the meat has initially cooked.
  • 4 Add ground beef and sauté until no longer pink. Add salt and pepper. Add worcesterchire sauce. Add half a cup of beef broth and cook, uncovered, over low heat for 10 minutes, adding more beef broth as necessary to keep moist.
  • 5 Mash potatoes in bowl with remainder of butter, season to taste.
  • 6 Place beef and onions in baking dish. Distribute mashed potatoes on top. Rough up with a fork so that there are peaks that will brown nicely. You can use the fork to make some designs in the potatoes as well.
  • 7 Cook in 400 degree oven until bubbling and brown (about 30 minutes). Broil for last few minutes if necessary to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.9, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 339.6, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 4.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Brown the ground beef and vegetables well before adding the gravy. This will develop more flavor.
  • Use a thick, flavorful gravy. This will help to bind the ingredients together and make the pie more satisfying.
  • Top the pie with a layer of mashed potatoes. This will create a crispy, golden-brown crust.
  • Bake the pie until it is bubbling and hot all the way through. This will ensure that the meat and vegetables are cooked through and the gravy is hot and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With its hearty filling of ground beef, vegetables, and gravy, and its creamy mashed potato topping, it's a dish that is sure to warm your heart and fill your belly. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this shepherd's pie recipe a try.

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