Family cottage pie

Name: Family cottage pie
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 500g lean minced beef; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 large carrot, peeled and grated; 1 celery stick, finely chopped; 1 tbsp tomato purée; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp dried mixed herbs; 350ml hot beef stock, made with a stock cube; 1 tbsp plain flour; 900g floury potatoes, peeled and cut into small chunks; 100ml semi-skimmed milk, warmed; 25g butter

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:25min

This classic favourite makes a comforting meal, especially on a cold day. Lean minced beef is a healthy filling that takes minutes to cook, and the topping is quickly browned under the grill. Serve with peas or seasonal greens. Delicious!

Updated at: Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:29:25 GMT