Easy Shepherd's Pie (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meat Mixture
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1/2 teaspoon of salt
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1 cup of beef stock
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons concentrated tomato paste
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2 cups frozen veggies, mix of your choice
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1 pound lean ground beef or lamb
→ Potato Layer
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Optional: fresh parsley to sprinkle on top
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Salt, 1/2 teaspoon
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3 minced garlic cloves
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1/2 cup thick cream
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1/4 cup softened butter
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2.5 pounds of peeled and quartered Russet potatoes
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A sprinkle of black pepper, if you like
# Instructions:
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Put the potatoes in boiling water. In the meantime, set your oven to 375°F and begin cooking the meat mixture.
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Cook the onions in melted butter until soft. Brown the meat with onions. Stir in the flour, seasonings, paste, then add stock and veggies.
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Heat up the cream, butter, and garlic in a small pan. Mash potatoes with this mixture until fluffy.
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Spread the meat mix into a 9x13 pan, cover it evenly with the mashed potatoes. Cook in the oven for a half hour, then briefly broil the top for some color.
# Notes:
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Either lamb or beef works here
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Perfect for prepping in advance
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Can freeze leftovers too