The recipe below is for a ground beef version of this perennial favorite, which always features a crust of mashed potatoes over a meat and vegetable mixture.
Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie
One that's simple and affordable and delicious.
Recipe Summary Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie
Here's a quick, throw together recipe for shepherd's pie. Browned meat smothered in rich mashed potatoes with your favorite vegetables. A quick and easy dinner to make for your family.Ingredients | Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie Recipes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup green beans
1 cup tomatoes, diced
2 potatoes, cooked and mashed
1 egg, beaten
½ cup water
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (Optional)
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degree F (175 degree C). Coat a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the ground beef and basil, and cook and stir for 5 more minutes. Mix in the garlic, green beans, and tomatoes, and simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer beef mixture to prepared dish.
In a mixing bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, egg, and water. Spread evenly over meat mixture.
Bake in a preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes start to brown on top. Sprinkle with cheese, and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
Info | Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie Recipes
prep:
25 mins
cook:
35 mins
total:
1 hr
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
TAG : Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie
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