This Cheddar-Topped Shepherd's Pie recipe is the ultimate comfort dish. It's perfect for a cozy night in or for impressing guests at a dinner party.
Ingredients:
• 6 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen carrots
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
How To Make Cheddar-Topped Shepherd's Pie Recipes
Step 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2. In a large pot, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and add milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Mash until creamy and set aside.
Step 3. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add chopped onions and garlic and continue cooking until onions are soft.
Step 4. Add frozen peas and carrots to the skillet with the beef and onion mixture. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 5. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to combine.
Step 6. Pour beef broth and Worcestershire sauce into the skillet and stir until the mixture thickens.
Step 7. Add thyme and continue stirring for another 2 minutes.
Step 8. Pour the beef mixture into a casserole dish.
Step 9. Spread the mashed potatoes over the beef mixture, covering it evenly.
Step 10. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top of the mashed potatoes.
Step 11. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Serve hot and enjoy!