Description
A comforting dish that combines the rich flavors of shepherd’s pie with hearty baked potatoes, perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mashed potatoes (prepared)
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes well, then poke holes in them with a fork. Rub them with a little olive oil.
- Bake the potatoes: Place the potatoes in the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender.
- Cook the filling: While the potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until they are softened.
- Add the meat: Stir in the ground beef or lamb, cooking until the meat is browned.
- Mix in the vegetables: Add mixed vegetables, vegetable broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Let this simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the potatoes for filling: Once the potatoes are baked, carefully cut them in half. Scoop out a bit of the inside to make room for the filling.
- Fill the potatoes: Spoon the meat mixture into each potato half. Top with prepared mashed potatoes.
- Return to the oven: Bake again in the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
- Serve hot: Enjoy your Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato while it’s warm!
Notes
Ensure to poke holes in the potatoes before baking to avoid bursting. Using high-quality meat enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg