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Cozy Shepherds Pie with Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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A comforting and easy homemade shepherd’s pie featuring a savory ground beef filling topped with creamy garlic mashed potatoes. Perfect for family dinners and cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and cubed potatoes and whole garlic cloves in a large pot. Cover with cold water by about an inch and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 15–20 minutes. Test by poking with a fork.
  2. While potatoes boil, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Add chopped onions, carrots, and minced garlic to the beef. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes, until onions are translucent and carrots are tender.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 8–10 minutes. Add frozen peas in the last 2 minutes, stirring gently.
  5. Drain potatoes and garlic cloves well. Return to pot or place in a mixing bowl. Add butter and warm milk. Mash until smooth and creamy, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Use a hand mixer on low speed for extra silky texture if desired.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread beef mixture evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Dollop garlic mashed potatoes over the top and smooth out with a spatula. Create peaks with a fork for a golden crust.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and filling is bubbling around the edges. Cover loosely with foil if browning too fast.
  8. Let shepherd’s pie rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If filling is too watery, thicken with a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with cold water. Warm milk and softened butter blend easier into potatoes. Brown ground beef in batches to avoid steaming. For a cheesy twist, add shredded cheddar in the last 5 minutes of baking. Leftovers reheat well in oven or microwave. Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.

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