Description
A comforting and savory dish that combines seasoned ground beef with a rich layer of cheesy mashed potatoes, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Beef (or Lamb)
- 8 oz Fresh Mushrooms, sliced
- 1 Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 1 cup Peas
- 4 cups Mashed Potatoes
- 1 cup Cheese, shredded (Cheddar recommended)
- 1 cup Beef or Vegetable Broth
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Herbs (Thyme, Rosemary, Parsley)
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add ground beef and brown thoroughly; season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Stir in mushrooms, carrots, and peas; cook until mushrooms are tender.
- Transfer mixture into a slow cooker; add broth and mix well.
- Prepare mashed potatoes and spread over the meat and vegetable mixture.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle extra cheese on top of potatoes to melt.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or a meat alternative. Use homemade or store-bought mashed potatoes for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheesy shepherd's pie, slow cooker recipe, comfort food, family meal, hearty dish