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Mini Shepherd's Pies

Mini Shepherd's Pies

Mini Shepherd's Pies are comforting individual servings packed with seasoned ground beef, peas, carrots, and buttery mashed potatoes, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 pies
Course: Cozy Dinners
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground beef provides a savory base
  • 1 Small onion, chopped adds sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced enhances aroma
  • 1 cup Frozen peas and carrots convenient veggies
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste adds richness
  • 1 cup Beef broth keeps filling moist
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce adds umami depth
  • to taste Salt and pepper essential for seasoning
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 large Potatoes, peeled and chopped use starchy varieties
  • 1/2 cup Milk adds creaminess
  • 4 tbsp Butter for richness
  • to taste Salt and pepper season before layering
Optional Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese for gooey goodness
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped adds freshness

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Ramekins
  • Pot
  • masher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook the ground beef with chopped onion and minced garlic in a skillet for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in peas, carrots, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Boil potatoes in salted water until soft, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
  5. Layer the beef mixture in ramekins and top with mashed potatoes. Spread to seal the edges.
  6. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese if desired and bake for 20 minutes until tops are golden.
  7. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use starchy potatoes for fluffier mash and taste your filling and mash for seasoning balance.

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