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Classic Cottage Pie

Classic Cottage Pie

A hearty British classic. Savory ground beef filling topped with golden mashed potatoes.

Details

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Servings 6
Difficulty Medium

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Ground Beef
  • 1 Onion, diced
  • 2 Carrots, diced
  • 1 cup Peas (frozen)
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 lbs Potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 2 tbsp Butter

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil potatoes and mash with milk and butter. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté onion and carrots in a pan until soft.

  3. 3

    Add beef and cook until browned. Drain fat.

  4. 4

    Stir in tomato paste, broth, and Worcestershire. Simmer 10 mins.

  5. 5

    Stir in peas.

  6. 6

    Transfer meat mixture to a baking dish.

  7. 7

    Spread mashed potatoes over the top. Rough up with a fork.

  8. 8

    Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.