This Creamy Parmesan Shepherd’s Pie is a delightful twist on the classic comfort food. Featuring a savory blend of ground meat and vegetables topped with a creamy parmesan mash, it’s the perfect dish for a cozy dinner.

With its rich flavors and hearty ingredients, this shepherd’s pie is sure to satisfy your cravings for a comforting meal. The parmesan topping adds an extra layer of flavor that elevates this traditional recipe.

Savory Shepherd’s Pie with Parmesan Topping

This shepherd’s pie combines seasoned ground meat with mixed vegetables, all baked under a creamy parmesan potato topping. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and garlic, cooking until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add Seasoning: Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the frozen peas and mix well.
4. Prepare the Potatoes: While the meat is cooking, boil the cubed potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
5. Make the Mash: Add the milk, butter, and half of the parmesan cheese to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Assemble the Pie: In a baking dish, spread the meat mixture evenly. Top with the creamy parmesan mashed potatoes, smoothing it out with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese on top.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
8. Serve: Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6 servings
• Calories: 450kcal
• Fat: 25g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 35g