Description
Summer Shepherd’s Pie is a delightful and fresh twist on the classic comfort dish, perfect for sunny evenings. This recipe features fluffy mashed potatoes topped with a savory filling of tender ground meat and seasonal vegetables, all baked to golden perfection. Gather your loved ones around the table to enjoy this comforting meal that brings warmth and joy, no matter the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (e.g., Russets)
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- While potatoes boil, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (4-5 minutes).
- Add ground meat, carrots, and peas; cook until meat is browned.
- Stir in chicken broth, thyme, and rosemary; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and mash with butter and milk until creamy but slightly chunky.
- In a baking dish, layer the meat mixture first, then spread mashed potatoes on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg