Shepherd's Pie I
Shepherd's Pie I layers savory browned beef and caramelized onions simmered with crushed tomatoes beneath a fluffy blanket of instant-mashed potatoes, finished with a bubbling cheddar top. It’s hearty, homestyle comfort with a rich, tomato-forward filling and a cheesy, golden crust—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or sharing with family.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat the oil in a frying pan.
- 2
Add the chopped onions and fry until golden brown.
- 3
Add the ground beef and stir continuously until the meat is browned.
- 4
Add the crushed tomatoes and cook until the liquid from the tomatoes evaporates.
- 5
Salt to taste.
- 6
Meanwhile, prepare the mashed potatoes as directed on the packet.
- 7
Spread the meat mixture in the bottom of an ovenproof dish.
- 8
Cover with a layer of mashed potatoes and top with grated cheese.
- 9
Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and browned.
- Calories 419.75 kcal High
- Protein 19.43 g Good Source
- Carbs 35.31 g Moderate
- Total Fat 22.44 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.32 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 61.32 mg High
- Sodium 397.57 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.55 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.84 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 208.04 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.23 mg Moderate
- Potassium 685.52 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 10.94 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 14.47 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.16 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅