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Shepherd’s Pie

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It’s Sultry Sirloin Gratin for the two of you and for the kids in this easy bistro classic.

Make ahead and portion into four to five individual baking dishes. For the kids, use custard cups. Bake separately.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef sirloin
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) dried thyme
  • Pepper
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (500 mL) frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup (250 mL) low-sodium beef stock
  • 1-1/2 lb (675 g) mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) EACH shredded aged and mild cheddar cheese

Details

Preparation

Step 1

In a 12-inch (30-cm) skillet over medium-high heat, cook onion, beef, thyme and pepper to taste, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until beef is browned and onion is softened, about 10 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium; stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste and flour. Stir in vegetables and stock; simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Divide into portions, spooning into 2 custard cups for the kids and 2 ramekins or small gratin dish for the adults.

Sultry Sirloin Gratin: Gradually stir half of the aged cheddar into half the mashed potatoes; spread evenly over beef mixture. Top each with remaining aged cheddar; bake in a 350 F (180 C) oven until lightly golden, about 25 minutes. Broil until topping is rich golden-brown, about 3 minutes, if desired. Serve with mesclun mix salad greens dressed with your favourite vinaigrette or a caesar salad.

Shepherd’s Pie For Them: Gradually stir half of the mild cheddar into half the Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes; spread evenly over beef mixture. Top each with remaining mild cheddar; bake in a 350 F (180 C) oven until lightly golden, about 25 minutes. Broil until topping is rich golden-brown, about 3 minutes, if desired. Serve with their favourite veggies and dip or a caesar salad.

Approximate nutrition per serving (gratin/ pie only): 450 calories, 21 g fat, 29 g protein, 37 g carbohydrates, 3 g fibre

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