How to Make Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shepherd's Pie is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a hearty, savory dish that is perfect for cold winter nights or any time you want a filling and satisfying meal. This recipe for Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie is a simple and delicious take on the traditional dish, using ground beef as the main ingredient.

Ground beef is a versatile and budget-friendly option for making Shepherd's Pie. It adds a rich and savory flavor to the dish and pairs perfectly wit...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 cup green beans
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 potatoes, cooked and mashed
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 2-quart casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and basil. Cook and stir until beef is crumbly and browned, about 5 minutes. Mix in green beans, tomatoes, and garlic; cook until beans are slightly softened, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Mix together mashed potatoes, water, and beaten egg in a medium bowl until smooth. Spread evenly over beef mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes start to brown on top, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    404 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 128mg
    • Sodium: 229mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 109mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 938mg