Shepherd's Pie with Herbed Mash
A British classic featuring savory minced beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and a flaky golden crust. This British-inspired recipe, ready in about 90 minutes, layers ground beef, potatoes, carrots 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 350 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 lbs, peeled and cubed potatoes
- 1 medium, diced carrots
- 1, diced onion
- 1/2 cup gravy mix
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a skillet, cook 1 diced onion over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef and 1 tsp thyme. Cook for 8-10 minutes until beef is browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup gravy mix, 1/4 cup milk, and 2 tbsp butter. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Step 4: In a separate pot, boil 2 lbs potatoes and 1 diced carrot in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with 1/4 cup milk until smooth.
- Step 5: Transfer mashed potatoes to a greased baking dish, then spread the beef mixture on top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
