shepherds pie simple step by step recipe

Shepherds Pie

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Step 1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a pan , Add the chopped onions and cook until tender, about 6 to 10 minutes.

Step 2

Add ground beef to the pan and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Add water when needed to stop the meat from drying.

Step 3

When soft, add the chopped garlic and the cut green chillies.

Step 4

Add 1 tbsp red chilli powder, 1 tbsp salt and 1 tbsp jeera.

Step 5

Add half a tomato purée and mix well.

Step 6

Add mixed vegetables and cook for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 7

Add your choice of bolognaise sauce

Step 8

Taste the cooked filling and, if needed, add more salt, pepper, or other seasonings of your choice.

Step 9

Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in medium sized pot with water. Add a teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender (about 20 minutes).

Step 10

When the potatoes are done cooking (a fork can easily pierce), remove them from the pot and place them in a bowl.

Step 11

Add 4 tbsp of butter 3 tbsp of milk and mix all together.

Step 12

Spread the cooked filling in an even layer in a large baking dish.

Step 13

Spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the ground beef. Rough up the surface of the mashed potatoes with a fork so there are peaks.

Step 14

Place in a 400°F oven and cook until browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes.