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A comforting classic featuring a rich, savory ground lamb and vegetable filling, crowned with a fluffy layer of creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty one-dish meal is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
For 6 servings
Prepare the Mashed Potato Topping
Sauté the Vegetables
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A comforting classic featuring a rich, savory ground lamb and vegetable filling, crowned with a fluffy layer of creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty one-dish meal is perfect for a cozy family dinner.
This irish_american recipe takes 85 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 688.27 calories per serving with 27.79g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for dinner or supper.
Cook the Lamb and Create the Gravy Base
Simmer the Filling
Assemble and Bake
Rest and Serve
Use ground beef instead of lamb to make a classic 'Cottage Pie'. Ground turkey or chicken also work for a lighter version.
Replace the ground lamb with 2 cups of cooked brown or green lentils and add 8 oz of chopped mushrooms for a hearty, plant-based 'Shepherdess Pie'.
For a different flavor and color, use sweet potatoes for the topping. You can also mix 1/2 cup of shredded sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese into the mashed potatoes for a cheesy crust.
Feel free to add other finely diced vegetables to the filling along with the carrots and onions, such as celery, parsnips, or turnips.
Ground lamb is a high-quality protein source, providing all essential amino acids necessary for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
The potatoes in the topping are a great source of complex carbohydrates, which are digested slowly to provide a steady release of energy throughout the day.
This dish is packed with vegetables like carrots, onions, peas, and corn, which contribute essential nutrients such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, potassium, and dietary fiber, supporting immune function and digestive health.
Each serving of this Shepherd's Pie contains approximately 550-600 calories, depending on the fat content of the lamb and the exact amounts of butter and oil used. It's a complete and hearty meal in one dish.
Shepherd's Pie can be part of a balanced diet. It provides a good mix of protein from lamb, complex carbohydrates from potatoes, and vitamins and fiber from the vegetables. To make it healthier, you can use leaner lamb, reduce the amount of butter, and add more vegetables to the filling.
The primary difference is the meat. Traditionally, Shepherd's Pie is made with ground lamb (as shepherds herd sheep), while Cottage Pie is made with ground beef.
Yes, this is a great make-ahead meal. You can prepare and assemble the entire pie, then cover and refrigerate it for up to two days. When ready to eat, bake it straight from the fridge, adding about 10-15 minutes to the total baking time.
Absolutely. Assemble the pie in a freezer-safe dish but do not bake it. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap and then foil. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before baking as directed.
The key is to ensure your mashed potatoes are not too wet. Drain the boiled potatoes very well and let them steam dry for a minute before mashing. Also, adding the butter and warm milk gradually helps control the consistency.