Easy Family-size Shepherd's Pie With Cheese Layer
This easy shepherd’s pie is a cozy family dinner made with beef, veggies, creamy mashed potatoes, and a melty cheese layer—perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 lb ground beef or lamb: Either works well. Choose a ground meat with some fat
- 1 red onion chopped
- 2 small carrots diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup frozen petite peas
- 1 cup chicken or beef bouillon
- 4 or more garlic cloves
- 8 medium golden potatoes
- 1 stick salted butter
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- Swiss cheese
Instructions
Prepare the meat filling.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat
- Add the chopped onions, then the carrots. Cook until softened.
- Add ground meat, breaking it with a large a spoon. Make sure to cook it thoroughly.
- Season with the garlic salt, black pepper, and chili powder.
- Follow with frozen peas and the bouillon.
- Finish with the freshly mashed garlic.
- Set aside.
Prepare the potatoes
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even pieces.
- Boil in salted water until fork-tender.
- Drain well, then mash with butter and warm heavy cream until smooth. Set aside.
Assemble the pie:
- Preheat the oven to 375°.
- In a 9x13 oven-safe dish, spread the beef and veggie mix evenly.
- Layer the cheese directly on the meat. Add as much cheese as desired!
- Follow with the mashed potatoes, and sprinkle more cheese on top.
Bake:
- Bake, uncovered, for 35 to 40 minutes, until the top is lightly golden.
- Wait for 10 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy!