Root Vegetable Shepherd's Pie

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A hearty casserole featuring ground beef and mixed root vegetables topped with creamy mashed potatoes. This British-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, layers ground beef, mixed root vegetables, onion 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 420 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 British cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 3 tbsp butter. Add 1 onion, finely chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened (about 3 minutes).
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir in 2 cups diced mixed root vegetables, 1 cup beef broth, 1 tbsp tomato paste, and 1 tsp dried rosemary. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to thicken. Add 1/2 cup frozen peas and cook for 2 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Step 4: Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Spread 1.5 cups mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Use a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  5. Step 5: Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are golden and filling is bubbling.

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