Ultimate Cheesy Beef Shepherd’s Pie Recipe – Easy & Delicious!

Kittencal’s Cheesy Shepherd’s Pie 🥧

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Yield: 6 servings

Cuisine: Meat

Keywords: Less than 60 minutes, Oven

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 546.8
• Fat: 28.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 16.2g
• Cholesterol: 113.1mg
• Sodium: 1118.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 37.1g
  • Fiber: 5.8g
  • Sugar: 3.9g
• Protein: 36.4g

Description:

This recipe holds a special place in our home—it’s a beloved dinner option for my family. 🏠💕 The hearty combination of seasoned ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and gooey cheeses makes every bite a comforting delight. I’ve included some optional additions at the end of the recipe for those who like to customize their Shepherd’s Pie experience! 🌟 Prep time here doesn’t include the time it takes to cook those perfect mashed potatoes, but trust me, it’s worth every minute!

Ingredients:

• 1 batch of mashed potatoes 🥔
• 3/4 lb lean ground beef 🥩
• 1 tsp dried oregano 🌿
• 1 medium onion, chopped 🧅
• 1 clove fresh garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1-2 cups mushrooms, sliced 🍄
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
• 1/3 cup seasoning salt
• 2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper 🌶️
• 1/3 cup additional shredded cheddar cheese 🧀

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 🌡️

Step 2: Grease the Baking Dish

2. Grease a 9 x 9-inch or an 11 x 7-inch square baking dish. 🍽️

Step 3: Make the Potato Topping

3. In a bowl, combine half a can of cheddar cheese soup with your hot mashed potatoes; set this mixture aside. 🥣

Step 4: Cook the Beef Mixture

4. In a frying pan, brown the ground beef with oregano, chopped onion, and minced garlic until the beef is no longer pink; drain off any excess fat. 🥩
5. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, sliced mushrooms, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese into the beef mixture. 🧀

Step 5: Prepare the Vegetables

6. Meanwhile, cook your mixed veggies according to the package directions; drain them well. 🥦
7. Add the drained mixed veggies to the beef mixture along with the remaining half of the cheddar cheese soup. Mix everything together. 🍲

Step 6: Season and Simmer

8. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer uncovered for about 20-30 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. 🌶️

Step 7: Assemble the Shepherd’s Pie

9. Spoon the beef and veggie mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. 🥄
10. Next, spread the hot mashed potato mixture evenly over the top of the beef mixture. 🥔

Step 8: Bake and Finish

11. Bake the Shepherd’s Pie in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is a light golden brown. 🌟
12. Sprinkle the remaining 1/3 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top and allow it to melt. 🧀

Optional Additions:

Feel free to customize your Shepherd’s Pie with any of these optional additions:

• 3/4 cup good quality beef broth, whisked with 2 tablespoons flour (for a thicker ground beef mixture)
• 1 can cream-style corn, or 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/3 cup Heinz chili sauce or ketchup
• 1/2 package of dry onion soup mix
• 2 tbsp Kitchen Bouquet browning sauce, OR 1-2 small packages of beef bouillon powder 🌶️

This comforting and cheesy Shepherd’s Pie is sure to become a staple on your family’s menu! 🍽️ Serve it up piping hot and enjoy the rich flavors that make this dish a classic favorite. Bon appétit! 🥧✨