Best 3 Shepherds Bean Pie Recipes

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Shepherd's bean pie, a hearty and comforting dish, is a classic British comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is also known as cottage pie, although the latter typically uses ground beef instead of lamb. This version uses dried cannellini beans, which are simmered in a rich tomato sauce until tender. The beans are then layered with a mixture of ground lamb, vegetables, and herbs, and topped with a creamy mashed potato crust. The pie is then baked in the oven until golden brown and bubbly. This recipe also includes a vegetarian version, made with lentils instead of lamb, and a gluten-free version, made with almond flour instead of wheat flour. All three versions are delicious and satisfying, and sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SHEPHERD'S PIE



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When you're in the mood for a meaty, savory comfort-food classic, serve Alton Brown's Shepherd's Pie from Good Eats on Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 ounces unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 carrots, peeled and diced small
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons freshly chopped rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme leaves
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/2 cup fresh or frozen English peas

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and cut into 1/2-inch dice. Place in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Set over high heat, cover and bring to a boil. Once boiling, uncover, decrease the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until tender and easily crushed with tongs, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Place the half-and-half and butter into a microwave-safe container and heat in the microwave until warmed through, about 35 seconds. Drain the potatoes in a colander and then return to the saucepan. Mash the potatoes and then add the half and half, butter, salt and pepper and continue to mash until smooth. Stir in the yolk until well combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the filling. Place the canola oil into a 12-inch saute pan and set over medium high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the onion and carrots and saute just until they begin to take on color, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and stir to combine. Add the lamb, salt and pepper and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 3 minutes. Sprinkle the meat with the flour and toss to coat, continuing to cook for another minute. Add the tomato paste, chicken broth, Worcestershire, rosemary, thyme, and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer slowly 10 to 12 minutes or until the sauce is thickened slightly.
  • Add the corn and peas to the lamb mixture and spread evenly into an 11 by 7-inch glass baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, starting around the edges to create a seal to prevent the mixture from bubbling up and smooth with a rubber spatula. Place on a parchment lined half sheet pan on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 25 minutes or just until the potatoes begin to brown. Remove to a cooling rack for at least 15 minutes before serving.

EASY VEGETARIAN SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This easy to make vegetarian shepherd's pie recipe makes a delicious and nutritious dish for both vegetarians and meat eaters alike.

Provided by Elaine Lemm

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 16

900 g./2 lb. sweet potato (peeled, cut into large cubes)
6 tbsp. milk
110 g./1 stick butter (cubed)
1 vegetable oil
115 g./1 cup onion (chopped)
115 g./ 1 cup carrot (finely chopped)
1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
1 can mixed beans (drained, see tips below)
1 can chopped tomatoes (drained)
1 cup vegetable stock
115 g./ 1 cup white mushrooms (chopped)
2 tbsp. flat-leaf parsley (finely chopped)
1 tbsp. coriander leaf
115 g./ 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (grated)
Dash salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients. Heat the oven to 375 F/190 C/Gas 5.
  • Boil the sweet potatoes until soft, drain. Place the milk and butter in the pan used to boil the potatoes, return to the heat and warm gently until the butter has melted. Add the sweet potatoes and mash.
  • Season to taste and keep to one side.
  • Heat the oil in a large deep pan. Add the onion and carrot and fry for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the beans, mushrooms, and one-quarter of the vegetable stock to the onion and carrot mixture and cook for 5 minutes. Add the remaining stock, tomatoes, parsley, coriander and season with a little salt and pepper.
  • Place the sauce into an 8-inch/20-centimeters x 3-inch/7-centimeters deep ceramic or glass ovenproof dish and cover with the sweet mashed potato . Sprinkle the grated cheese on top of the potato and bake in the heated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until the surface is crisp. browned and bubbly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759 kcal, Carbohydrate 86 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Fiber 17 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Sodium 1029 mg, Sugar 25 g, Fat 39 g, ServingSize 1 casserole (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SHEPHERD'S BEAN PIE



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This comforting casserole is a variation on the traditional English pie. It is chock-full of fresh green and wax beans, carrots, cubed ham and a handful of crunchy almonds in a creamy Swiss cheese sauce. Topped with mashed potatoes, it makes a hearty side dish. -Karen Cleveland, Spring Valley, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 12-15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 pounds fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1-1/4 pounds fresh wax beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch julienned strips
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 teaspoon butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
3-1/4 teaspoons dill weed, divided
6 ounces cubed fully cooked ham
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1/4 cup slivered almonds
7 cups hot mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)

Steps:

  • Place beans and carrots in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside. In a small skillet, saute onion in butter for 3-4 minutes or until tender., In a large bowl, whisk the soup, cream, broth and 3 teaspoons of dill. Add the beans, carrots and onion; gently stir to coat. Transfer to a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish. Top with the ham, 1 cup cheese and almonds. Spread mashed potatoes over the top. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese and dill. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh, organic vegetables, quality ground beef, hearty beans, and flavorful herbs and spices will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Cook the beef and vegetables until they are tender. This will help to develop the flavor and make the pie filling more cohesive.
  • Use a variety of beans in the filling. This will add texture, flavor, and nutritional value to the pie.
  • Season the filling generously. Herbs, spices, and salt and pepper are essential for bringing out the flavor of the beef, vegetables, and beans.
  • Use a homemade or store-bought pie crust that you like. A flaky, buttery crust will complement the savory filling perfectly.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. This will ensure that the pie is cooked through and delicious.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's Bean Pie is a hearty, flavorful, and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its combination of ground beef, beans, vegetables, and a flaky pie crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal, give Shepherd's Bean Pie a try!

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