Homemade Shepherd’s Pie Recipe For Classic Dinner

If you crave a heartwarming meal, our Homemade Shepherd’s Pie offers a perfect layering of seasoned meat, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting dinner classic.

Homemade Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Homemade Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Make a classic comfort meal with our easy-to-follow Homemade Shepherd’s Pie recipe. This savory pie layers beautifully seasoned ground meat mixed with a medley of vegetables, all topped with smooth, creamy mashed potatoes. Every bite of this Shepherd’s Pie offers a satisfying texture and a depth of flavor that transforms a simple supper into a memorable dining experience. Ideal for any day that calls for a touch of homely indulgence, it’s a recipe that appeals to both seasoned cooks and novices aiming to impress at the dinner table.

Ingredients

For meat & vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 clove garlic chopped
  • 2 onions finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots finely diced
  • 2 sticks celery finely diced

gravy/to finish filling

  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground paprika
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons white flour
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ⅓ cup red wine OR more broth if avoiding alcohol
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • ½ teaspoon finely chopped thyme
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary

For topping

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes (click for my recipe and you’ll have some leftovers to sneak during cooking)
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Brown meat and vegetables

  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep skillet. Brown the ground meat, then add the chopped vegetables and sauté until softened.

Season and deglaze the pan

  • Sprinkle salt, paprika, pepper, and flour over the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring all the time, until it smells roasted (about 1 minute).
  • Pour in the red wine (OR beef broth if you prefer!), scratching any browned bits off the bottom.

Finish filling and cool

  • Then stir in broth, herbs, and peas, simmer 4-5 minutes and then let cool in a 7×11 inch baking dish.

Prep mash:

  • In the meantime, make your favorite mashed potatoes. You need about 4 cups of mash to top off the casserole. About 1.5 pounds of peeled potatoes should yield enough.

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Bake pie

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the mashed potatoes over the cold filling. (Be careful not to mix up the two.)
  • Criss-cross with a fork for a great look and crispy edges! Sprinkle with the cheese.
  • Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes or until golden (I recommend baking on a lined baking sheet to catch any spills).

Serving Suggestions:

  • Sautéed Green Beans
  • Crockpot Glazed Carrots
  • Nice Green Salad

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Tips and Tricks

  • For intense flavors, ensure you brown the meat and vegetables well.
  • Prevent layers from mixing by cooling the filling for 15-30 minutes before assembling.
  • If you prefer not to use wine, more broth can be used instead.
  • Both instant pot mashed potatoes and regular mashed potatoes work well, as do ready-made mashed potatoes for a shortcut.

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