How to Make French Onion Shepherd's Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

French Onion Shepherd's Pie takes the classic comfort food to a whole new level by infusing it with the rich and savory flavors of French onion soup. This hearty and satisfying dish combines tender ground beef, caramelized onions, and Gruyere cheese, all topped with a layer of buttery mashed potatoes. It's a delicious twist on the traditional shepherd's pie that will leave your taste buds craving more!

The dish begins with the slow caramelization of onions, a process that brings out t...

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Ingredients

  • 5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • ⅛ cup milk
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Mash potatoes and add 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, milk, green onion, and butter. Stir until mixed well.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet with flour and pepper until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in French onion soup and water.
  • Warm frozen peas in a small, microwave-safe bowl in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir peas into the beef and soup mixture.
  • Pour the meat and soup mixture into the bottom of a glass casserole dish. Spread potatoes over the top using a rubber spatula. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese and sprinkle with more pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    639 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 966mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 60mg
    • Calcium: 278mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1463mg