Traditional British Shepherd's Pie
A classic British dish made with ground lamb, vegetables, and mashed potatoes. It's a hearty and comforting meal that's perfect for cold weather.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound ground lamb80% lean
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 medium carrotpeeled and chopped
- ●3 large peeled and chopped potato
- ●2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ●1 cup beef brothhomemade or store-bought
- ●1/4 cup milk
- ●2 tablespoons butterunsalted
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a large pan over medium heat, cook the ground lamb until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
- 3
Add the chopped onion and carrot to the pan and cook until the vegetables are softened.
- 4
Sprinkle the flour over the lamb mixture and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Gradually add the beef broth, whisking continuously, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 7
Meanwhile, boil the chopped potatoes in a large pot of salted water until they are tender.
- 8
Drain the potatoes and mash with butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Transfer the lamb mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 10
Top the lamb mixture with the mashed potatoes.
- 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!