Ina Garten Shepherd’s Pie Recipe: A Comforting Classic
Experience the comforting classic of Ina Garten's Shepherd’s Pie with this delicious recipe that promises to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
This hearty dish features a flavorful meat filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes, making it the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Here's how to make it:
For the meat filling:– 2 tablespoons olive oil– 1 large onion, diced– 2 carrots, diced– 2 celery stalks, diced– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb or beef– 2 tablespoons tomato paste– 1 cup beef or chicken broth– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary– Salt and pepper, to taste– 1 cup frozen pea– 1 cup frozen corn
– 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunk– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter– 1/2 cup milk or cream– Salt and pepper, to taste– 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese (optional)
1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
1. Add the ground lamb or beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through.