Emerald Isle Shepherd's Pie
Emerald Isle Shepherd's Pie is a classic Irish dish that combines savory ground meat with a layer of creamy mashed potatoes. This comforting and hearty meal is perfect for a cozy night in or a St. Patrick's Day celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground lamb over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, peas, garlic, and thyme to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the beef broth and tomato paste. Simmer for 5 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to a baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 16g
Supplies
Baking dish Skillet Spatula
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Emerald Isle Shepherd's Pie with a side of Irish soda bread and a pint of stout for an authentic Irish meal.
Tips & tricks
For a time-saving option, use leftover mashed potatoes from a previous meal to top the shepherd's pie.
Cost
$15