Shepherd’s Pie Savory Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)

Savor savory lamb and vegetables topped with buttery, golden mashed potatoes for a heartwarming meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Mashed Potato Topping

01 - 1.2 kilograms potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 60 grams unsalted butter
03 - 125 millilitres whole milk
04 - Salt, to taste
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Savory Filling

06 - 900 grams ground lamb or beef
07 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
08 - 2 medium carrots, diced
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 3 tablespoons tomato paste
11 - 2 tablespoons plain flour
12 - 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
13 - 240 millilitres beef or lamb broth
14 - 120 grams frozen peas
15 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
16 - Salt, to taste
17 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Place peeled, diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. Boil until tender, about 15–20 minutes, then drain thoroughly.
02 - Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
03 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground lamb or beef and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
04 - Stir in chopped onions, diced carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5–7 minutes.
05 - Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook, stirring, for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw taste.
06 - Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and broth. Stir thoroughly and bring to a simmer. Cook until filling has thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
07 - Fold in frozen peas, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
08 - Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
09 - Spread meat filling evenly in a baking dish. Top with smooth mashed potatoes, spreading to fully cover the filling. Use a fork to create a decorative pattern on the surface.
10 - Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the mashed potatoes are golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
11 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

# Additional Tips:

01 - For enhanced flavor, use freshly ground pepper and a sprig of rosemary as garnish after baking.
02 - To save time, prepare the mashed potatoes while the filling cooks.

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