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Cottage Pie

A classic comfort food featuring a savory meat and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: British
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 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 broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 lbs potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling potatoes
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Potato masher or ricer
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat, add the diced onions and carrots, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and frozen peas, cooking for another minute.
  5. Mix in the tomato paste, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring until combined.
  6. Allow the filling to simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Drain the potatoes and return to pot, mash with milk and butter until creamy.
  8. Spread the meat filling in a baking dish and top with the mashed potatoes.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes until golden on top.

Notes

Serve with a fresh salad or crusty bread.