Gory Shepherd’s Pie is a unique and delicious twist on the classic dish, featuring a rich meat filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes and a hint of spooky flair.
Author:Marianne
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:British
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup peas
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
4 cups mashed potatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
Add the onions and garlic, cooking until softened.
Stir in the carrots, peas, tomato paste, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer for 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes on top.
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mashed potatoes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms.
Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or bell peppers.