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Hearty Shepherd’s Pie

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A comforting Shepherd’s Pie made with ground meat, fresh vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground lamb or beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Sauté the vegetables in olive oil until they soften.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Brown your meat until nicely cooked.
  5. Incorporate the tomato paste and red wine, simmering for 3 minutes.
  6. Build the sauce with broth and Worcestershire sauce and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Prepare the mashed potatoes while the filling thickens.
  8. Assemble the pie with the meat mixture and top with mashed potatoes.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a healthier version, substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives.

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