Hearty Oven-Baked Shepherd's Pie

Ingredients

- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup corn
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare Potatoes:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the quartered potatoes to the boiling water.
- Cook potatoes for about 20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

2. Mash Potatoes:
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add 3 tablespoons of butter and 1/2 cup of milk to the potatoes.
- Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Cook Beef Mixture:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and carrots to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent and the carrots are tender.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook till browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Stir in peas and corn, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. Assemble the Shepherd's Pie:
- Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Spoon the mashed potatoes over the beef layer, carefully spreading it to cover the entire surface.

5. Bake the Pie:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy at the edges.

6. Serve:
- Allow the shepherd's pie to rest for a few minutes before serving. Divide into portions and enjoy your hearty dinner.

Total Time

PT1H15M
1 hour 15 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Shepherd's Pie, Oven-Baked, Comfort Food, Dinner, Ground Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable Medley, Hearty Meal, Family Dinner, Casserole

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 1,250 total calories for the entire dish

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