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Hearty and Comforting Shephard’s Pie

One of a handful of the first things I made when I started really getting into cooking was a Shephard’s Pie.
This came at a time when money was extremely tight for us, and it cause me to get very creative in the kitchen.
(You can read a little more about that here) 

Sometimes piecing together ingredients with a tight budget can be the times you get most creative in the kitchen! I wouldn’t trade those hard times for anything, because that’s when I was forced to learn to try different things when it came to feeding my family, and when my love of cooking began!

At the time, I only had a handful of ingredients on hand; potatoes, ground turkey, and frozen vegetable. A quick google search for recipes with those ingredients brought about a handful of ideas for Shephard’s Pie. (Don’t you just LOVE that you can search anything on the internet and find something?!)
Shephard’s Pie is hearty and comforting, with a true traditional meat and potatoes feel and it’s perfect for those cold winter nights.
This is something I’ve tweaked a bit to suit my personal tastes, it’s a hearty meal that you can make on a tight budget to feed plenty, and I have a husband and a lot of boys in my house! It satisfies everyone’s appetite, and they’re digging in for every last bite.

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Ingredients:

  • 3 large russet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine, divided*
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1-2 cups vegetables
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon Sherry
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • salt, pepper, parsley, seasonings
Directions:
Start by peeling and quartering your potatoes, then boiling in a large pot for about 20 minutes. (I boil first, then just peel the skins off, no potato peeler needed, the method is up to you!)
While the potatoes are boiling, in a large pan heat 1/4 cup butter or margarine till melting, then add the chopped onions and saute for a few minutes until soft.
Once the onions are cooked, add your raw ground beef or turkey and minced garlic.
I typically like to season my meat while it’s raw, so at this point is where I would add salt, pepper, etc.
With this dish, I actually tried these 2 wonderful finds that I picked up from Safeway. I just seasoned to taste, and added some ground ginger to it as well. I don’t have exact measurements, but if you’ve been reading a while you know I love to season everything! Season away!
Once the meat is browned, add your frozen veggies. I used peas and carrots, corn, and french cut green beans. About 1-1/2 cups worth of veggies for me.
Now add the Worcestershire sauce and Sherry, and let that cook for a few minutes until the veggies are thawed out and soft. Stir every so often and mix it around a bit.
Now add the beef broth, and bring it just to a slight boil and turn down the heat to low. Let it cook on low for about 10 minutes, stirring every so often. If it looks a bit dry then add a little more broth, but 1/2 cup should be perfect.
While the meat is cooking in the broth, drain your potatoes. Place them in a large bowl with 1/4 cup butter or margarine. I seasoned this with some dried parsley and the spicy sea salt and pepper seasoning pictured above. Mash them up well.
While mashing, pour whipping cream in. Mash until everything is well combined and potatoes are all smoothed out.
Prepare your baking dish by spraying or lightly greasing the sides. Fill the bottom of the dish with the meat mixture and spread it evenly. 
Now spread the potatoes evenly on top of the meat, creating little peaks with a fork.
Pop this in the oven, and cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, until the sides are bubbling.
The potatoes will be golden and buttery looking, with a slight crisp to the peaked edges.
Let cool for about 15 minutes or so before cutting in to serve.
Enjoy!
Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. All thoughts are my own.

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  1. Melissa Libertad says

    December 14, 2012 at 7:41 am

    This looks yummy! What type of sherry did you use?

    Oh and I’ve never seen spicy sea salt. Need to be on the look out next time I’m in Safeway.

    Thank you for sharing. Will definitely try making this next week 🙂

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:28 pm

      Hi Melissa, I actually use a cooking Sherry, it’s at my grocery store near the oils and sauces. There’s a whole section of various cooking wines in all different flavors. But I’ve also just used real wines before too! I try Grocery Outlet, World Market, and even Beverages and More for wines, and when cooking with wines and just pick different ones up.

      That seasoning from Safeway was one sale and at a great price, so I had to pick it up and I really like them both!

      Let me know if you make it!

  2. Gwen says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:23 am

    Hi,

    I’m a new follower from Thumping Thursday bloghop.
    Have a good weekend!

    xo,
    Gwen
    http://junior-executive.blogspot.com

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      Hi Gwen! Thanks for stopping by!

  3. WhatJeanLikes says

    December 14, 2012 at 9:35 am

    This looks like such a delicious treat. I’ve been craving Shephards pie for awhile now and your post gave me the excuse I needed to cook it 🙂

    I hope you are having a lovely week my dear and thank you so much for linking up to last week’s Aloha Friday Blog Hop.

    If you have time, we’d love to have you come back and link up to the Aloha Friday Blog Hop if you haven’t already!

    Aloha,

    Jean {What Jean Likes}

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      Hi Jean, let me know if you do make it!

      Thanks for reminding me about the blog hop, I entered! 🙂

  4. Ruby says

    December 14, 2012 at 5:52 pm

    I love that you used real potatoes. I have tried it with the just add water kind and it just wasn’t good. I will have to try this way!

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:30 pm

      Ohhh yeah, I definitely wouldn’t use the add water kind. I have some in my pantry and they’re great for a quick meal, or if my daughter wants to cook dinner one night! lol
      Let me know if you try it! 🙂

  5. ChatterBlossom says

    December 14, 2012 at 8:46 pm

    Mmmm, shepherd’s pie and chicken pot pie are my very favorite winter food!
    Jamie
    http://chatterblossom.blogspot.com/

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:31 pm

      Oh yeah, total comfort food! Yum!

  6. Angie Ouellette-Tower says

    December 14, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    You have a wonderful blog!! I’m your newest follower from the “Weekend Blog Hop” blog hop – this is my blog if you wanted to follow back: godsgrowinggarden.com
    Thanks
    Angie

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:31 pm

      Hi Angie, thanks for stopping by, and thank you for the compliment!

  7. Walking on Sunshine says

    December 14, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    Looks delicious! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday! Please come back to vote on Sunday!

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:32 pm

      Thank you, I will!

  8. Jamie F says

    December 15, 2012 at 12:46 am

    Hi, I love your blog! I just found you from the weekend hop! Im your newest follower!
    Happy Blogging,
    Jamie
    http://www.thingsinyou.blogspot.com

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:32 pm

      Hi Jamie, thanks for the compliment and WELCOME!

  9. Cynthia Landrie says

    December 15, 2012 at 12:49 am

    I love shepherds pie! We had it last week. I make mine a little different than you do. Will have to try it your way also!

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:33 pm

      Hi Cynthia! How do you make yours? That’s what I love about cooking, it’s like art in a way. Everyone could make the same thing, but they all make it different! So many different interpretations!

  10. Danielle Faith says

    December 15, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    Not a personal fan of shepherds pie but its some of my friends favorite dish! I’ll have to share this post with them!

    xxx,

    Danielle Faith
    DanielleFaith.ME

    PS: I am your newest follower from @Home Take 2’s blog hop!

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 8:33 pm

      Hi Danielle, thanks for stopping by!

  11. Patricia @ The TT DIaries says

    December 15, 2012 at 10:32 pm

    Hello I am visiting from the weekend blog walk. I have never made Sheperds Pie but with seeing how simple it can be I am going to have to try it because your picture looks so yummy. I am your newest follower.
    Love
    Patricia
    http://www.thettdiaries.com

    • Mama Harris says

      December 15, 2012 at 10:44 pm

      Hi Patricia! Thanks for stopping by!
      Yes, this is easy peasy, and so delicious. A great meal for cold, winter nights!

  12. Blogs says

    December 16, 2012 at 12:49 pm

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    • Mama Harris says

      December 21, 2012 at 12:16 am

      I became a member, thanks for the invite!

  13. Diana Chastain says

    December 16, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    Ooo looks yummy.

    Hey Featured Read! Thanks for hopping by Thumping Thursdays again this week. 🙂

    http://mrsdchastain.blogspot.com

    • Mama Harris says

      December 21, 2012 at 12:16 am

      Thank you again!

  14. Nicole says

    December 19, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    Looks so good! We’re always looking for new dinner ideas– I definitely think we’ll have to add this one to this list. 🙂

    Thanks so much for stopping by and linking up with us for the last find + follow friday!

    ♥Nicole @ Me + the Moon

    • Mama Harris says

      December 21, 2012 at 12:16 am

      Thanks Nicole!

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