Parsley-Infused Beef and Vegetable Shepherd's Pie

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A comforting classic with fresh herbs and a golden potato topping, perfect for chilly evenings. This British-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, layers ground beef, carrots, peas into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 British cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large skillet, cook 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until browned, breaking into small crumbles; drain excess fat.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes until translucent, then stir in 1 cup diced carrots and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup frozen peas, 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; cook for 2 minutes until peas are heated through.
  4. Step 4: Boil 2 lbs peeled and diced potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes until fork-tender; drain thoroughly.
  5. Step 5: Mash potatoes with 3 tbsp butter and 1/2 cup milk until smooth, seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Step 6: Transfer beef mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread evenly, then top with mashed potatoes. Use a fork to create a crisscross pattern on the surface.
  7. Step 7: Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the potato topping is golden and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

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