This comforting **Shepherd’s Pie** recipe features savory ground beef, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a hearty meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients:
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
– 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 4 cups mashed potatoes (made from 2 lbs potatoes)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions:
1. **Preheat Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. **Cook the Beef Mixture:**
– In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
– Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. **Add Tomatoes and Seasoning:**
– Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer the mixture for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
4. **Prepare Mashed Potatoes:**
– While the beef mixture simmers, prepare the mashed potatoes. Boil potatoes until tender, then mash them with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
5. **Assemble the Pie:**
– Transfer the beef mixture to a greased 9”x13” baking dish, spreading it evenly.
– Spoon the mashed potatoes over the beef, spreading to cover the entire surface.
6. **Add Cheese and Bake:**
– Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mashed potatoes.
– Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. **Cool and Serve:**
– Once baked, let the Shepherd’s Pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
**Prep Time:** 15 minutes
**Cooking Time:** 30 minutes
**Total Time:** 45 minutes
**Kcal:** 400 kcal
**Servings:** 6 servings