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)450 g
Lean Ground Beef2 tbsps
Flour3 cup
Beef Broth3 tbsps
Ketchup4 cups
Mixed Vegetable (frozen)1 tsp
Black Pepper3 cup
Light Sour Cream1 tsp
SaltDirections:
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