Easy Shepherd's Pie

Easy Shepherd's Pie

This classic meat and vegetable casserole topped with cheesy mashed potatoes is super simple, and always a family-favorite comfort food meal.

Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time45 mins

Total Time55 mins

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Irish

Keyword: casseroles, dinners with ground beef, gluten free dinners, kid friendly, shepherd's pie, St. Patrick's Day

Servings: 6

Calories: 367kcal

Author: Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 medium onion chopped (roughly 1/2 cup)
• 1 garlic clove crushed or minced
• 3/4 cup tomato paste one 6-ounce can
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 4 cups frozen mixed vegetables or about two 10 oz. packages frozen vegetable medley, thawed (carrots, peas, corn, and green beans)
• 1 pound white or russet potatoes peeled and cut into about 1 inch chunks
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F and coat a 1.5 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
• Peel and cut the potatoes into about 1 inch cubes, and place the potatoes and a pinch of salt into a pot of cold water.
• Cover, and bring to boil. Remove cover and boil for 10-12 minutes, until fork tender. 
• While the potatoes are cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat.
• Add the ground beef, onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the skillet and cook, breaking up the meat, until it is browned. Drain any excess grease.
• Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth. Add vegetables, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10-15 minutes or until thickened slightly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• While the meat mixture is simmering, drain the potatoes and return to the pot.
• Add ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, milk, and 1 teaspoon salt to the potatoes. With a potato masher or hand mixer, mash to desired consistency.
• Add the meat mixture to the prepared casserole dish, then top with the mashed potatoes and remaining cheese.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through, and cheese and potatoes are slightly browned.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 1226mg | Potassium: 1333mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6860IU | Vitamin C: 26.4mg | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 5.4mg

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