Indulge in the comforting classic, Shepherd's Pie, with a delightful twist using two kinds of potatoes. This hearty and flavorful dish features a delectable filling of ground beef, tender vegetables, and a rich gravy, all topped with a golden-brown mashed potato and sweet potato crust. Discover the magic of combining these two types of potatoes, creating a textural symphony that elevates this classic to new heights. Explore variations of this beloved dish, including a vegetarian option with lentils and a gluten-free version using almond flour. Whether you prefer traditional or crave a unique twist, this collection of Shepherd's Pie recipes will satisfy your cravings with ease.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SHEPHERD'S PIE TWICE-BAKED POTATOES
This recipe features the best of two classics-baked potatoes and shepherd's pie. Serve with a green salad, and satisfaction is guaranteed even for those with the heartiest appetites. -Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Scrub and pierce potatoes; rub with oil. Bake at 375° until tender, about 1 hour., In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, peppers and garlic over medium heat until beef is no longer pink; drain. Add the mixed vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, steak seasoning, salt, pepper, cayenne and 1 teaspoon paprika. Cook and stir until vegetables are tender., When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut a thin slice off the top of each and discard. Scoop out the pulp, leaving thin shells., In a large bowl, mash the pulp with butter. Add the whipping cream, sour cream, cheeses and chives. Mash potatoes until combined. Spoon 1 cup meat mixture into each potato shell; top with 1/2 cup potato mixture. Sprinkle with remaining paprika. , Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake until melted, about 5 minutes longer. Sprinkle with chives and paprika. Freeze option: Wrap unbaked stuffed potatoes and freeze in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Bake as directed, adding additional time until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 986 calories, Fat 56g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 183mg cholesterol, Sodium 1066mg sodium, Carbohydrate 86g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
SHEPHERD'S PIE TWICE-BAKED POTATO RECIPE BY TASTY
This hearty meat and potato dish can be made using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Traditionally made with ground lamb or beef, our version of Shepherd's, or Cottage Pie includes an 85/15 ground beef blend, canned carrots and peas; is served in a baked potato, and topped with creamy cheddar mashed potatoes. Whatever you call it, it's sure to remain as a classic comfort food.
Provided by Tikeyah Whittle
Categories Dinner
Time 1h18m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Set one rack at the top and one rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the potatoes on the baking sheet. Poke a few times on each side with a fork, then brush all over with olive oil and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon of salt.
- Bake the potatoes on the center rack of the oven for 45-50 minutes, until easily pierced with a knife. Remove from oven and let sit until cool enough to handle. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C).
- While potatoes are cooking, make the beef filling: Heat the olive oil in a large, high-walled skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes.
- Push the onion mixture to the edges of the pan and increase the heat to medium-high. Add the ground beef to the center of the pan and break up with a spatula. Let the meat brown, undisturbed, for 2-3 minutes, then season with 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper and stir to incorporate.
- When the beef is mostly cooked through but still slightly pink, add the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce and stir to combine, continuing to break up the beef with the spatula.
- Add the beef stock, carrots, and peas. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 3-5 minutes, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Season with the remaining teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper, plus more to taste. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut in half lengthwise. Being careful not to tear the skin, scoop out most of the flesh and transfer to a large bowl. Set the potato skins aside.
- Add the melted butter, heavy cream, remaining teaspoon of salt, and the pepper to the bowl with the potato flesh. With an electric hand mixer, mix on low speed until combined, then increase the speed to high and mix until potatoes are light and fluffy. Add the cheddar cheese and mix on low speed until just incorporated.
- Scoop about ¼ cup (60 G) of the beef filling into each potato skin. Top with about ¼ cup of the mashed potatoes. Spread the potatoes over the beef filling so it's almost entirely covered. Using a fork, create ridges in the potatoes by dragging the fork from top to bottom.
- Bake the potatoes on the center rack for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese in the potatoes starts melt and you hear sizzling coming from the potatoes when you open the oven door.
- Transfer the potatoes to the top rack and broil on high for 1-2 minutes, until the edges are brown and crispy, keeping a close eye to ensure they do not burn.
- Top the potatoes with the chives and serve warm
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 917 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 11 grams
TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE WITH TWO-POTATO TOPPING (OR CHICKEN)
This is the ultimate Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner leftover recipe. The recipe keeps in mind that the ingredients being used are from separate dishes that are *already* seasoned. If you are making either of the potatoes from scratch for the recipe, go ahead and season them as if you were making that dish to serve as a side. The same with the gravy, if it is not homemade roasted turkey gravy, add some more seasoning to it. Of course you do not have to have leftovers to make this, but it is a good way to use up the turkey, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes and gravy without the dish tasting like leftovers. I have also made it with chicken with excellent results. This is a real family pleaser and our 4 year old actually asks for this for dinner a lot. The original recipe was adapted from Chef Jimmy Bradley of the Red Cat in New York City. It can also be prepared in individual 1 1/2-cup ramekins; check them for doneness after 20 minutes. WINE: A bighearted Chardonnay will echo the texture of the smooth gravy and the soft mashed potato topping. Look for a reasonably priced, fruity wine, such as Australia's 1999 Rosemount or the 1999 Lindemans Bin 65.
Provided by NcMysteryShopper
Categories Savory Pies
Time 32m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet and add onion, celery, carrot and garlic. Cook over low heat until softened, about 12 minutes. Stir in turkey or chicken and cook until heated through. Add the gravy and orange juice to the mixture and cook until bubbling. Remove from the heat, stir in the parsley and sage and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the filling to a round, oval or 9-by-12-inch baking dish and let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400°. In a bowl, mix both potatoes together and add chives. Season with salt and pepper and beat in the egg. Spread the potatoes over the filling and brush the top with the melted butter.
- Bake in the upper third of the oven for about 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly browned and the filling is bubbling. Let the pie stand for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.2, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 72.7, Sodium 940.4, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 9.2, Protein 7.1
TWO-POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE
Shepherd's pie has another name, cottage pie, and mashed potatoes have another alternative - sweet potatoes. Whatever you call it, there's enough in the recipe to bake one casserole and freeze the other for up to three months. Did we mention Cumberland pie is a cousin, but with bread crumbs on top? -Marcie Brooks-Smith, Fort Collins, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, sausage, mushrooms, carrots, celery, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender; drain., Stir orange juice, orange zest, nutmeg, Worcestershire sauce and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is evaporated. , Preheat oven to 350°. Transfer meat mixture to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes., Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl. Add mustard, brown sugar, vinegar and remaining salt and pepper; mash until smooth. Spread over meat mixture., Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 20-25 minutes longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, substitute cooked lentils or beans for the lamb or beef.
- To make this dish ahead of time, cook the meat and potato mixture and the mashed potatoes separately, then assemble and bake the pie just before serving.
- If you don't have a potato masher, you can use a fork or a pastry blender to mash the potatoes.
- For a crispy topping, sprinkle some grated Parmesan cheese or bread crumbs over the top of the pie before baking.
- Serve the shepherd's pie with a side of vegetables, such as peas, carrots, or green beans.
Conclusion:
This two-potato shepherd's pie is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The combination of lamb or beef, vegetables, and mashed potatoes is a classic for a reason, and the two-potato topping makes this pie extra creamy and delicious. Whether you are serving it to your family or to guests, this shepherd's pie is sure to be a hit.
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