Description
A comforting, savory casserole of ground beef, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes topped with a golden crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared from about 3 large potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking apart with a spoon.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the onion and garlic, sautéing for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and tomato paste, mixing well.
- Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until thickened.
- Spoon the beef mixture into a casserole dish.
- Spread mashed potatoes on top, smoothing with a spoon.
- Dot with butter and sprinkle cheese on top if using.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For creamier potatoes, fold in cream or sour cream before topping. Can be made ahead and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: shepherd's pie, casserole, comfort food, beef, easy recipe