Guinness Shepherd's Pie
Shepherd's pie with Guinness is a hearty and flavorful twist on the classic dish. This comforting casserole features a rich filling of tender ground lamb or beef, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, all simmered in a savory gravy infused with the distinct notes of Guinness stout. Topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until golden and bubbling, it's a satisfying and indulgent meal perfect for colder days.
Ingredients
Shepherd's Pie Filling
- 1½ pounds ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 10 ounces Guinness
- ½ cup beef stock
- 3 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 cup green peas
- salt and pepper to taste
Mashed Potato
- 2 pounds potatoes peeled and diced
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoon butter melted
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) and gather all the required ingredients.
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over a medium-high heat. Add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula, and cook until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the diced onion and carrots to the skillet and cook until they soften, stirring occasionally. Add the meat back into the pan.
- Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce and cook for an additional minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the tomato paste and flour, coating the meat and vegetables evenly.
- Pour in the Guinness stout and beef stock, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop and the liquid to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the frozen peas and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate pot, boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and return them to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes with heavy cream, butter, egg yolks, salt, and half of the parmesan cheese to create creamy mashed potatoes.
- To assemble the shepherd’s pie, spread the meat and vegetable mixture evenly in a 8x10-inch baking dish.
- Top the filling with a generous layer of the creamy mashed potatoes, using a spatula or fork to create texture on the surface.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese over the top for a flavorful crust.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the potatoes turn golden and the filling is bubbling. Broil on high for the last few minutes for an extra crunchy crust.
- Once cooked, let the Shepherd's Pie rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 535kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 24gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 514mgPotassium: 989mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3297IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 179mgIron: 4mg
* Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content may vary based on brands of ingredients used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
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