Irish Shepherd's Pie

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Having spent two beautiful years of my life in Ireland, I was utterly captivated by the country, its natural landscapes, the friendly people, and the lively celebrations. St Patrick's Day is one such event that is held on March 17 every year in Ireland, something most look forward to! Though it started as a religious holiday, over time it has become a celebration of Irish culture. The festivities revolve around parades, dance, music, and family and friends enjoying great meals and drinks that have been part of the traditions of the Emerald Isle.

Shepherd's Pie is one of the favorite meals during St. Patrick's Day! It is a classic layered casserole that has creamy mashed potatoes slathered on top of well seasoned minced meat and vegetables and then baked till golden brown.

This is also a hearty, filling, and delicious meal that drives the winter blues away and brings comfort during the colder months.

The wonderful flavors of the meat and gravy filling, paired with the creamy mashed potatoes make for a wholesome and filling dinner that everyone in your family is bound to love.

This is a perfect meal when you are entertaining friends. Prepare the filling and the mashed potatoes ahead of time, and store them separately in the refrigerator. And when you are ready to eat, assemble the layers and then bake the pie.

Difference between Shepherds Pie and Cottage Pie
  • Though the names Cottage Pie and Shepherd’s Pie are used interchangeably, the difference lies only in the type of ground meat that is used. Shepherd's Pie commonly uses ground lamb, while Cottage Pie is made with ground beef.

Are you looking for other Fall Recipes? You can also check out my Apple Cinnamon Puff Pastry , Hearty Vegetable and Lentil Stew and One Pan Roasted Chicken and Vegetables

If you make this recipe, I would love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a comment below.



Irish Shepherd's Pie Irish Shepherd's Pie
Author: Happily Cooking
Preparation Time:
Cooking time:
Yields: 5-6 servings
Calories per serving: 653kcal




Ingredients:
    For the Meat Filling
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 onions , finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 rib celery , finely chopped
  • 750 gm ground lamb or beef
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 cups lamb stock / broth
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 dried bay leaves
  • Salt, to season
  • Black pepper, to season
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels

    • For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt, to season
  • Black pepper, to season
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions:
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Then, add carrots and celery and cook for 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ground lamb to the skillet and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Add the rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the meat is browned, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the flour and tomato paste. Stir until well incorporated and no clumps of tomato paste remain.
  4. Add the broth, red wine, the peas, the corn and the bay leaves. Stir well. Bring to simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reduces down to a thick gravy consistency.
  5. Let the mixture cool down and set it aside.
  6. Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and add just enough cold water to cover them. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until the potatoes are soft and fork-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  7. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Using a potato masher, stir and mash the potatoes with the other ingredients until smooth.
  8. Add the parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary and set it aside.
  9. Preheat the oven to 205 degrees C.
  10. Pour the meat mixture into a 9x9 (or 7x11) inch baking dish. Spread it out into an even layer. Spoon the mashed potatoes on top of the meat. Carefully spread into an even layer.
  11. If the baking dish looks very full, place it on a rimmed baking sheet so that the filling doesn’t bubble over into your oven. Bake for 30 - 40 minutes or until deep golden on top.
  12. Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.

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