Chef John's Shepherd's Pie

Serves: 2

Keyon Hand

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

50

Spice

53

Sweetness

52

Sourness

40

mins

Prep time (avg)

5.1

Difficulty

Ingredients:

3 cloves

Garlic (halved)

2 tbsps

Flour

3 cup

Beef Broth

3 tbsps

Ketchup

1 tsp

Black Pepper

1 tsp

Salt

Directions:

1

Place cubed potatoes and garlic in a large pot with enough water to cover

2

Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes

3

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)

4

Stir in flour, mixing with beef drippings

5

Add beef broth, ketchup and vegetables

6

Stir to combine

7

Cook for 5 minutes, until thick

8

Transfer beef mixture into an oven-proof casserole dish

9

Drain potatoes and smash them a little bit before adding 1/4 cup of grated cheese and sour cream

10

Mash together until smooth

11

Spoon potatoes onto the middle of the meat mixture

12

With a fork, spread potatoes from the center to the edges to form the top layer

13

Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of grated cheese

14

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and golden

15

Let cool 15 minutes before serving

16

Brown ground beef over medium heat in a skillet