Chef John's Shepherd's Pie

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Chef John's Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's pie recipes are traditionally done with lamb but are great with any ground meat — turkey and beef being the most popular modern versions. Give Chef John's shepherd's pie recipe a try, and watch everyone flock to the table.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 55 mins
Additional Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 3 cloves garlic, halved

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 4 cups frozen mixed vegetables

  • ¾ cup beef broth

  • 3 tablespoons ketchup

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ¾ cup light sour cream

  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

  1. Place cubed potatoes and garlic in a large pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.

  2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  3. Meanwhile, cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Stir flour into beef and drippings; stir in vegetables, beef broth, ketchup, salt, and black pepper until combined. Cook until thick, about 5 minutes, then transfer to an oven-proof casserole dish.

  4. Drain potatoes; return them to the pot. Slightly smash potatoes with a potato masher; add sour cream and 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Mash until smooth.

  5. Top beef mixture with potatoes, spreading from center of casserole to edges to form top layer. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven until cheese melts and turns golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool before serving, 15 minutes.


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