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Cottage Pie Recipe

Cottage pie is a hearty and comforting dish featuring a savory meat filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: British
Keyword: cottage pie, comfort food, hearty meals, British recipes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic and diced carrots; cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add ground meat, breaking it apart, and cook until browned.
  • Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Add frozen peas and season with salt and pepper; cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Transfer the meat mixture to a baking dish.
  • Top with mashed potatoes, spreading evenly.
  • Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 2g