Can I freeze shepherd's pie?

Absolutely. It's one of the best comfort food dinners for freezing. Just assemble it completely (without baking), wrap tightly in foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. When you're ready, bake straight from frozen - just add 15-20 extra minutes to the cooking time.

Is this really an easy pot pie recipe?

Easier than you think. With simple ingredients and one baking dish, it's practically foolproof. The trickiest part is spreading the potatoes, but even if they're not perfect, it'll taste amazing. I've made this with a toddler clinging to my leg - it's that simple. If you need another easy one-dish meal, try this one-pan balsamic glazed chicken and veggies .

What's the best leftover meat for this?

Any ground meat works beautifully. Leftover taco meat, meatloaf mix, or even crumbled sausage make fantastic variations. This recipe transforms those bits in your fridge into something special. My kids never guess they're eating "leftovers" when it's topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

Simple Shepherd's Pie: 1 Comforting Dish That Never Fails -

Name: Simple Shepherd's Pie: 1 Comforting Dish That Never Fails
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or lamb; 1 onion, diced; 2 carrots, diced; 1 cup peas; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 cup beef broth; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 4 cups mashed potatoes; 1 tbsp butter; Salt and pepper to taste

Simple Shepherd’s Pie: 1 Comforting Dish That Never Fails

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A simple and hearty shepherd’s pie made with ground meat, vegetables, and topped with mashed potatoes. Perfect for a comforting dinner.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: British
Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef or lamb
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
1 cup peas
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
4 cups mashed potatoes
1 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, and garlic. Cook until vegetables soften.
Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add peas and season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish.
Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
Dot with butter and bake for 25 minutes until golden.

Notes

Use leftover mashed potatoes for a quicker meal.
Swap ground beef for lamb for a traditional shepherd’s pie.
Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.

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