Shepard's Pie (lamb)/ Cottage Pie (beef)

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Prep potatoes. Scrub/ rinse potatoes & let soak in cold water 1 hr for less starchy potatoes. (This step is optional)

Step 2

In a large pan, saute onion, carrots, & celery in olive oil, about 5 min. Stir in garlic.

Step 3

Add ground beef to the pan & break apart with wooden spoon. Add salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, & optional seasonings. Cook until meat is browned. About 8 min

Step 4

Drain excess fat/ grease if necessary. Mix in vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, flour, broth, corn & peas. Bring to boil then let simmer about 5 min. Remove from heat

Step 5

Preheat oven to 400°

Step 6

Submerge potatoes in water in a large pot. Bring water to a boil then reduce heat. Simmer until potatoes are fork tender. About 15 min

Step 7

Drain water. Let potatoes rest 1 min. Mash potatoes

Step 8

Mix in butter, milk, garlic, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Add milk to desired consistency

Step 9

Spoon the meat mixture into a casserole dish. Evenly spread the mashed potatoes on top of the meat

Step 10

Bake in oven at 400° for 25 min. Broil 5 min. Keep watch to not burn.

Step 11

Let rest 10 min. Garnish with fresh parsley