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Classic, Savory Shepherd's Pie (With Beef and/or Lamb)

Name: Classic, Savory Shepherd's Pie (With Beef and/or Lamb)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: For the Mashed Potatoes:; 3 1/2 pounds (1.6kg) russet potatoes (about 4 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; Kosher salt; 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, cubed; For the Meat Sauce:; 1 1/2 cups (360ml) homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock; 2 packets unflavored gelatin (about 5 teaspoons; 1/2 ounce; 14g); 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil; 2 1/2 pounds (1kg) ground beef or lamb, or some combination (see note); 1 large yellow onion (about 14 ounces; 400g), diced; 3 medium carrots (about 8 ounces; 225g), diced; 2 ribs celery (about 4 ounces; 110g), diced; 2 medium cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons (30ml) tomato paste; 1 cup (240ml) dry red wine; 2 sprigs thyme; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon (15ml) Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon (5ml) Marmite (optional); 2 tablespoons (15g) all-purpose flour; 8 ounces (225g) frozen peas; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; To Assemble:; 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream; Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, for topping (optional)

Prep 10m

Cook 1h 15m

Total 1h 25m

This classic Shepherd's Pie is a comforting, savory dish featuring a flavorful mixture of ground beef and/or lamb, carrots, and peas, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to be loved by all.