Gourmet Beef Shepherd's Pie with Cheddar Potato Topping

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Gourmet Beef Shepherd's Pie with Cheddar Potato Topping is a comforting classic that brings together seasoned ground beef and a colorful mix of vegetables, all enveloped in a luscious, cheesy mashed potato crust. Ideal for meat lovers, this British-inspired dish is perfect for family dinners and gatherings.

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Overview

This elevated Shepherd's Pie combines the comforting flavors of seasoned ground beef and a medley of vegetables, all topped with a rich, cheesy mashed potato crust. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation.

Diet Type

Meat

Allergies

Dairy, Egg

Cuisine

British

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) vegetable oil
• 1 Whole onion, minced
• 1 Pound (lb) lean ground beef
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) dried basil
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) onion powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) hot pepper flakes
• 1 Cup green beans, minced
• 1 Cup tomatoes, diced
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 2 Whole potatoes, mashed
• 0.5 Cup water
• 1 Large egg, whisked
• 0.25 Cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) kosher salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef, dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, hot pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the minced green beans, diced tomatoes, and minced garlic. Cook until the green beans are slightly softened, about 5 minutes more.
5. Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
6. In a medium bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with water and the whisked egg until smooth. Spread the potato mixture evenly over the beef mixture.
7. Bake in the preheated oven until the potatoes start to brown on top, about 15 to 20 minutes.
8. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese over the top and continue baking until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 more minutes.
9. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve. Enjoy the comforting flavors of this classic dish with a gourmet twist!

Enjoy your homemade Gourmet Beef Shepherd's Pie with Cheddar Potato Topping!