SHEPHARD'S PIE

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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h30m

Yield 16 (2-ounce) servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound diced short rib meat with the fat removed
1 onion, diced
1 large carrot, diced
1/2 cup beef stock
1/2 bottle red wine
1 potato, diced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups mashed potatoes
1 tablespoon melted butter
1/2 cup chopped mixed herbs (parsley, chives, chervil)

Steps:

In a medium Dutch oven over high heat, add oil and rib meat. Cook meat for 4 to 5 minutes or until browned on all sides. Add the onions and carrots and saute until softened. Add the stock, wine and potatoes, cover and let simmer for 2 hours or until the meat is very tender.
Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F.
Spoon the stew into 2-ounce serving cups and top each with 1 to 2 tablespoons of mashed potatoes. Brush potatoes with butter and place into oven for 7 to 8 minutes or until mashed potatoes are browned. Garnish with herbs and serve immediately.