Best 5 Slow Cooked Shepherds Pie Recipes

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Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a savory meat pie with a rich, flavorful filling of lamb or beef, topped with a creamy mashed potato crust. The dish is typically served with vegetables on the side, such as peas, carrots, or green beans.

This article provides three delicious recipes for shepherd's pie, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe is a traditional shepherd's pie made with lamb, while the second recipe uses ground beef. The third recipe is a vegetarian shepherd's pie made with lentils and vegetables. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in a slow cooker, making them perfect for a busy weeknight meal.

Whether you are a fan of lamb, beef, or vegetables, you are sure to find a shepherd's pie recipe in this article that you will enjoy. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make a delicious and hearty meal that the whole family will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Mashed potatoes make this hearty and delicious slow-cooker shepherd's pie even easier.

Provided by By Stephanie Wise

Categories     Entree

Time 4h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 can (10.75 oz) condensed tomato soup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bag (11 oz) frozen vegetables
4 cups water
6 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine
1 1/2 cups milk
2 pouches (4.7 oz each) Betty Crocker™ Homestyle creamy butter mashed potatoes
Chopped fresh herbs, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned; drain. Stir in soup, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Spread mixture evenly in bottom of 6-quart slow cooker. Top evenly with frozen vegetables.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat water and butter to a rapid boil. Remove from heat; stir in milk and dry potatoes until just combined. Let stand 1 minute, then stir again. Spread evenly over top of vegetables in slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until warm and vegetables are cooked through.
  • Serve warm sprinkled with herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 852.4, Carbohydrate 68.7 g, Cholesterol 158.8 mg, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 41.0 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2389.6 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

SLOW-COOKED SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Shepherd's pie is to the British as meat loaf is to Americans, so when I was a young child living in the U.K., I had it almost once a week. This is my go-to recipe when I'm longing for the sights and smells of my mother's kitchen. Turns out people here love it just as much! -Mari Sitkiewicz, Downers Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h50m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 pounds medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 to 1/3 cup 2% milk
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 cup beef broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, then shake potatoes over low heat for 1 minute to dry. Mash potatoes, gradually adding butter and enough milk to reach desired consistency. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Add tomato paste; cook for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms, carrots, broth, wine, Worcestershire sauce and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until most of the liquid is evaporated. Stir in peas. Season with remaining salt and pepper., Transfer beef mixture to a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. Spread mashed potatoes over top. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until bubbly. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Just before serving, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SLOW COOKER SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Slow-cook shepherd's pie and you'll be rewarded with succulent mince. This recipe is also low-fat and low-calorie with three of your five-a-day

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 6h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3-4 thyme sprigs
2 carrots, finely diced
250g lean (10%) mince lamb or beef
1 tbsp plain flour
1 tbsp tomato purée
400g can lentils, or white beans
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
650g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
250g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 tbsp half-fat crème fraîche

Steps:

  • Heat the slow cooker if necessary. Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Tip the onions and thyme sprigs and fry for 2-3 mins. Then add the carrots and fry together, stirring occasionally until the vegetables start to brown. Stir in the mince and fry for 1-2 mins until no longer pink. Stir in the flour then cook for another 1-2 mins. Stir in the tomato purée and lentils and season with pepper and the Worcestershire sauce, adding a splash of water if you think the mixture is too dry. Scrape everything into the slow cooker.
  • Meanwhile cook both lots of potatoes in simmering water for 12-13 minutes or until they are cooked through. Drain well and then mash with the crème fraîche. Spoon this on top of the mince mixture and cook on Low for 5 hours - the mixture should be bubbling at the sides when it is ready. Crisp up the potato topping under the grill if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 57 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 11 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, Sodium 0.39 milligram of sodium

SLOW COOKER SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 4h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound Bob Evans Original Recipe Sausage Roll
1 package Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes (24 oz)
2 cups frozen peas and carrots
1 jar beef gravy (12 oz)

Steps:

  • In medium skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook sausage until brown. Place in slow cooker. Add peas and carrots. Top with mashed potatoes. Pour gravy on top of potatoes. Cover and cook on low 4 to 6 hours.;

SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This is just the kind of dish we crave during cooler months. When the weather calls for comfort food, it's hard to beat a substantial stew of beef sirloin and vegetables, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until everything is warm and bubbly. This shepherd's recipe has a couple of secret shortcuts that'll help you have it on the table in under an hour-perfect for a weeknight meal!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
1 1/2 lb ground beef sirloin
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (from 12-oz bag)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 package (20 oz) refrigerated mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add beef; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked. Drain.
  • Add mixed vegetables, tomato paste, salt and pepper; cook over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are hot. In small bowl, mix broth and flour with whisk. Add broth mixture to beef mixture. Heat to boiling; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thick. Spoon beef mixture into baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over beef mixture; fluff with fork.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 800 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground lamb.
  • If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook the filling in a large pot over medium heat for 30-40 minutes, or until the meat is browned and the vegetables are softened.
  • To make the pie ahead of time, prepare the filling and mashed potatoes according to the recipe. Let both cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and bake the pie for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through.
  • For a vegetarian version of this pie, use lentils or black beans instead of meat.
  • To add more vegetables to this pie, try adding chopped carrots, celery, or peas to the filling.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its hearty filling and creamy mashed potato topping, this pie is sure to please everyone at the table. You can prepare it ahead of time or make it on the day of serving. Either way, you'll have a delicious meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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