Savory Buttery Beef Shepherd's Pie
This Savory Buttery Beef Shepherd's Pie is a delightful comfort food that’s perfect for family meals or potlucks. With its rich, flavorful filling made from Certified Angus Beef, combined with a blend of vibrant vegetables, this dish is both satisfying and versatile. You can easily customize it with your choice of proteins like chicken or sausage and add seasonal veggies to suit your taste. The creamy, buttery mashed potatoes topping adds a luxurious finish, making every bite a heavenly experience. Once you taste this crowd-pleaser, you’ll understand why everyone keeps asking for seconds—and for your recipe!
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Servings
340
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Certified Angus Beef ground beef
2 lbs (cooked)
yellow onion
2/3 cup (chopped)
celery
1/2 cup (chopped)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
potatoes
2 lbs (peeled and mashed)
butter
4 tablespoons (melted)
carrots
2 (sliced)
beef broth
15 3/4 ounces (liquid)
flour
4 tablespoons (for thickening)
cheddar cheese
1 cup (shredded)
Instructions
1
In a large pan over medium heat, sauté the ground beef, chopped onions, celery, and minced garlic until the beef is browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
2
Carefully strain off excess fat, returning the cooked beef mixture to the pan for later use.
3
In a large pot, boil the peeled potatoes until fork-tender, which typically takes about 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and mash them with the butter until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
4
While the potatoes are boiling, blanch the sliced carrots in boiling water for a few minutes or microwave them until just tender. Add the carrots to the beef mixture.
5
Whisk together the beef broth and flour in a bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pan with the beef and carrot combination. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spoon the beef mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish, ensuring an even layer. Spread the buttery mashed potatoes over the top, smoothing them out with a spatula.
7
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the top is slightly golden and bubbly.
8
Remove from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot mashed potatoes. Let it sit for approximately 5 minutes or until the cheese melts from the residual heat.
Nutrition Information
21.5g
Fat
28g
Carbs
15.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in the Savory Buttery Beef Shepherd's Pie?
The main protein is 2 lbs of Certified Angus Beef ground beef.
Can I use other proteins instead of beef?
Yes, you can easily customize the dish with proteins like chicken or sausage.
How many pounds of potatoes are required?
You will need 2 lbs of potatoes.
How should the potatoes be prepared for the topping?
The potatoes should be peeled, boiled until fork-tender (about 20 minutes), and then mashed with butter until smooth.
How much butter is used in the mashed potato topping?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of melted butter.
What vegetables are included in the beef filling?
The filling includes yellow onion, celery, garlic cloves, and carrots.
How long should I sauté the ground beef and aromatics?
Sauté the beef, onions, celery, and garlic for about 6-8 minutes until the beef is browned.
Should I drain the fat from the cooked beef?
Yes, carefully strain off excess fat before returning the beef mixture to the pan.
How do I prepare the carrots for the recipe?
Slice the carrots and blanch them in boiling water or microwave them until they are just tender.
How is the sauce for the beef mixture thickened?
Whisk 4 tablespoons of flour with 15 3/4 ounces of beef broth until smooth, then simmer with the beef until thickened.
What is the oven temperature for baking this shepherd's pie?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size casserole dish is recommended?
A 2-quart casserole dish is recommended for this recipe.
How long does the dish bake in the oven?
Bake the casserole for 20 minutes until the top is slightly golden and bubbly.
When should I add the cheddar cheese?
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the hot mashed potatoes immediately after removing the dish from the oven.
How much cheddar cheese is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 340 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 21.5g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 28g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
There is 15.5g of protein per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for potlucks?
Yes, it is described as a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for potlucks or family meals.
How much yellow onion is used?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of chopped yellow onion.
How much celery is needed?
Use 1/2 cup of chopped celery.
How many garlic cloves should I use?
The recipe requires 2 minced garlic cloves.
How much beef broth is required?
You will need 15 3/4 ounces of beef broth.
Can I add other vegetables?
Yes, you can add seasonal vegetables to suit your personal taste.
How long should the dish sit after adding the cheese?
Let it sit for approximately 5 minutes until the cheese melts from the residual heat.
What is the suggested prep for the potatoes?
Potatoes should be peeled and mashed.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a comfort food staple.
What type of flour is used for thickening?
The recipe uses 4 tablespoons of flour mixed with broth for thickening.
What is the overall flavor profile of this dish?
It is described as a savory, buttery, and rich comfort food with a creamy potato topping.