TOP RATED SHEPHERD'S PIE

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There are a number of shepherd's pie recipes out there and this recipe takes the best elements and creates, what I believe to be the World's Best...

Provided by MarkG

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

6 medium potatoes
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 (2 ounce) package onion soup mix
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 cup cut green beans
1 cup corn niblets
1 cup peas
1 cup carrot, diced
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups beef broth
4 tablespoons flour
4 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Peel potatoes and slice into 1" cubes and add to medium sauce pan and cover with water. Bring to boil and simmer until soft.
  • In large skillet, add onions, garlic and 3 tbsp butter and saute until translucent.
  • Drain water from potatoes and add 3 tbsp butter, heavy cream, cheddar cheese and salt. Whip until smooth and creamy.
  • Add ground beef to onions and garlic and brown thoroughly.
  • Add flour and onion soup mix. Mix well and cook for 2 -3 minutes. Add broth, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme and cayenne pepper and combine thoroughly.
  • Add vegetables and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Pour meat and vegetable mixture into casserole dish and top with mashed potato mixture. Place in oven. Cook for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

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