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Cozy Shepherds Pie Recipe with Rich Guinness Beef Gravy

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A warm and satisfying shepherd’s pie featuring tender ground beef simmered in rich Guinness gravy, topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs (680g) ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup (240ml) Guinness stout
  • 1 cup (240ml) beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 lbs (1.36kg) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk or heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut Yukon Gold potatoes into roughly 1 ½-inch chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
  2. While potatoes are hot, mash with butter and milk or cream, seasoning with salt and pepper. Add shredded cheddar cheese if using. Set aside and keep warm.
  3. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, then sprinkle flour evenly over the meat mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  6. Slowly pour in Guinness stout and beef broth, stirring continuously. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer beef mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
  8. Spoon mashed potatoes on top, smoothing out with a spatula or fork to create texture for crisping.
  9. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling at the edges.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and filling to set.

Notes

If gravy is too thin, simmer longer to thicken. Add extra milk if mashed potatoes seem dry. Browning beef thoroughly adds flavor. Simmer gravy low and slow for best depth. Season as you go. Use a fork or spatula to texture mashed potatoes for a crispy topping. Leftovers reheat well in oven to keep topping crisp.

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Keywords: shepherd's pie, Guinness, beef gravy, comfort food, mashed potatoes, easy dinner, cozy meal

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