Beef Cottage Pie with Mashed Potato Topping

Name: Beef Cottage Pie with Mashed Potato Topping
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 whole Cooking Spray; 1 cup Diced Tomatoes; 1 tsp Dried Basil; 1 whole Eggs; 1 cup Green Beans; 1 lb Lean Ground Beef; 2 whole Mashed Potatoes; 1 clove Minced Garlic; 1 whole Onion; 0.25 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 0.5 cup Water

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 British High-Protein 💪Gluten-Free Halal 🕌Comfort-Food

Beef Cottage Pie with Mashed Potato Topping layers juicy ground beef seasoned with basil and garlic beneath a creamy mash, finished with a light cheddar melt. The mix of tomatoes and green beans adds brightness and texture, balancing the rich, homey filling. It’s a comforting weeknight dinner or a make-ahead dish for family gatherings.

Prep25 mins
Cook35 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Gather all the ingredients.
2

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
3

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the onion in the hot oil until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4

Add the ground beef and basil. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly and browned, about 5 minutes.
5

Stir in the green beans, tomatoes, and garlic; cook until the beans are slightly softened, about 5 minutes more.
6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish.
7

Combine the mashed potatoes, water, and beaten egg in a medium bowl and mix until smooth. Spread evenly over the beef mixture.
8

Bake in the preheated oven until the potatoes begin to brown on top, 15 to 20 minutes.
9

Sprinkle with cheese and continue baking until the cheese is melted, about 5 more minutes.
10

Serve and enjoy.