Budget Shepherd’s Pie

A hearty and budget-friendly shepherd’s pie featuring seasoned minced meat, mixed vegetables, and creamy mashed potato topping. Comfort food that feeds a family without breaking the bank.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or lamb
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 4 cups mashed potatoes
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground meat for 5-6 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add onion and carrots and cook for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
4. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and frozen peas. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Transfer to a baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Dot with butter.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is bubbly and the potatoes are golden. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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Budget Shepherd’s Pie

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Notes

Notes

Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a 180°C oven.