I've eaten plenty of Shepherd's Pies throughout the years, and they can all pretty much be the same...Until this one. I can honestly say, without a doubt, this is The Best Shepherd's Pie!
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The weather is cooling off, and we are spending all the time we can cleaning up the yard. We have a spot in the back yard where it's over grown with wildly growing bamboo, and piles upon piles of pine straw, sticks, and pine cones.
We are working on clearing all of this out while the weather is perfect.
It's just too hot in the summer to do any major yard clean up in Florida. When you walk outside and it feels as if you've entered a sauna, you don't feel like yard work.
We actually have a list a mile long that we are working on outside while the weather is nice.
Is there anything particular you wait for the the cooler weather to do?
Thankfully Kelsie loves to help in the yard. She's the kind of girl that doesn't mind pulling weeds, cutting grass, or picking up pine cones. Kayla is the opposite. She detests the yard and all that it has to offer. She isn't even fond of the swimming pool in the summer.
I'm not quite sure where she got any of that from. I grew up playing the yard, and swimming every day during the summer.
It's sort of weird.
So while we spend our days in the yard with the nice weather, I like to have meals like The Best Shepherd's Pie to come inside and feast on.
It's so easy to put together, and you can make all of this in advance, and then put it together when you're ready to make it.
Yea, I do call this The Best Shepherd's Pie. I've made plenty over the course of the last 10 to 12 years, and while they've all been mighty tasty, it wasn't until I ran across one that seems to scream FLAVOR!
This recipe comes from Jo Cooks. Have you made any of her recipes? The few that I have made taste amazing!
Anyway, so she adds a couple of things to her Shepherd's Pie that I never would have thought to add, and they make a huge difference. As in, it turns out to be The Best Shepherd's Pie.
I have no idea how I ran across the recipe other than looking for comforting meals on Pinterest. I almost didn't even click over to it, because it's just Shepherd's Pie, and everyone has a recipe for one.
They all taste about the same, right? Wrong! Wrong! Wrong! You have to make this! Just trust me.
We now eat Shepherd's Pie much more often.
What is the best dish/pan to make this in?
Pictured I have my favorite basic pie dish. However, I make this a lot in my cast iron skillet and my stainless steel pan.
Can I make Shepherd's Pie ahead of time?
Yes! It's a great dish to make it the day before, night before, morning of. Just make it like the directions say, except cover it over, and bake it when you're ready.
Can I freeze Shepherd's Pie?
You can! Just make it exactly like the directions say, including baking. Allow it to cool completely. Cover tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months.
When ready to eat, bake it frozen at 350 degrees for an hour.
What can I serve with Shepherd's Pie?
- Skinny Broccoli Salad with a Poppy Seed Dressing
- Brussels Sprouts Salad with Apples, Bacon and Cranberries
- Simple Southern Collard Greens
The Best Shepherd's Pie reminds me of pot pie! If you love pot pie too, check out our recipe for Shortcut Chicken Pot Pie.
The Best Shepherd's Pie
I've eaten plenty of Shepherd's Pies throughout the years, and they can all pretty much be the same...Until this one. I can honestly say, without a doubt, this is The Best Shepherd's Pie!
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables I used peas, corn, carrots, and green beans
- salt and pepper to taste
Mashed Potato Topping
- 6 large potatoes, peeled, diced, boiled to fork tender, drained
- ¼ cup butter
- ⅔ cup milk
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated use the real stuff
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Make your potatoes first. While they are boiling, heat a large pan over medium to high heat. Brown the ground beef for about 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, onion soup mix, and beef broth. Stir in the frozen veggies, and cook for a few more minutes. Pour this mixture into a greased glass pie pan and set aside. You can also use an oven safe skillet.
- Once your potatoes are fork tender and drained. Add the butter, milk, Parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper to taste. Mash using a potato masher, or using a hand held mixer. Once creamy, spoon and smooth on top of the meat mixture. Pace in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown on the edges. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 832Total Fat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 1260mgCarbohydrates: 89gFiber: 12gSugar: 9gProtein: 48g
Amber Myers
Oo yes, I just LOVE Shepherds Pie. I haven't had it in ages. I need to make this for dinner one night.
Sabrina Fox
I honestly don't think I've ever had a Shepherd pie. I LOVE mashed potatoes so I bet I'd love this.
Jeanette
You make shepherds pie how my mom did! I totally forgot that she made it this way until I saw this post. It is really good and I am going to make it for my family.
candy
I was just thinking about making a sheperd pie this week. That time of year and I look forward to trying out your recipe.
Sarah Bailey
Shepherd's Pie is just the perfect autumn meal - it is so warming and it really is a good comforting meal as well.
Kimberly Lewis
I love comfort food! This looks so good, I'm going to have to make this!
Curlyhairvegan
Wow! I’ve never had this before i have to try an vehanize this dish! Thanks fo this recipe!
Krystal Butherus
Our family loves shepherds pie! We used to just make it basic; hamburger meat, corn, gravy and mashed potatoes. This looks a lot more delicious!
Angela Tolsma
Worcestershire Sauce is not an ingredient I've seen in shepherds pie. That alone makes me want to try making this! I've never made my own before, I've usually bought them.
Heather
This looks so comforting as a meal. I am going to have to make singles, because my family is super picky!
Rachel
I have never had Shepherd's Pie before! That recipe looks delicious, I may have to add it to my cold weather food rotation!
Erica
I'm mostly vegetarian. But I still love shepherd's pie. I just get it full of veggies. I'm never made one myself though. So now you've totally motivated me to give it a try.
Tomi C
My family loves Shepherd's Pie. It's such a filling meal. I usually just add peas to ours but the veggie mix would be a great way to sneak in some extra veggies.
Sarah Honey
I haven't had Shepherd's Pie since I was in school. It's one that I never think to make. Need to make it. I'm sure my family would love it.
Karen Morse
That shepherd's pie is a classic favorite and it's perfect for the Fall and Winter season. This recipe of yours is really interesting, I'd love to give it a try one of these days.
Ana De- Jesus
It has been a while since I have had a shepherds pie as I am a vegetarian but I love the sound of using worchestshire sauce and would love to make a veggie version ! x It looks delicious x
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
Shepherd's pie is one of my favorite comfort foods of all time. This sounds like such an easy delicious recipe. I would love to make this this weekend.
Glamamom
That really does look good. Perfect season for it too!
Lisa
We were just talking about Shepherd's Pie tonight. It is one dish I just love, but I always put some shredded cheddar cheese on the top.
Acupofassamtea
Your Shepherds pie looks fantastic. As I am not a beef eater will substitute with chicken. I am going to give it a try surely.
Susan Parker
Hello, Joanna.
I never actually heard of Jo Cook's recipes. Are they very tasty? I will definitely print this recipe and stick to my fridge. It just looks so tasty!
rosemary palmer
I have never cared for Shepherds pie - its me and I'm weird. I don't like a lot of my food mixing or touching. Now give me the mashed potatoes separate, and that's fine.
Jeanine
While I don't like shepherds pie my kids ADORE it and I make it for them often. I could use a recipe change up, will have t give this a try!
Terri Beavers
I've always added green beans to my shepherds pie. I would have never thought to add mixed vegetables. What a genius idea, I can't wait to make this. They kids don't' mind eating veggies when I put them in their favorite meals like shepherds pie.
Kita Bryant
I haven't had this meal in forever. It used to be one of my favorites. Can't wait to whip it up again.
Denay DeGuzman
Shepherd's pie is the quintessential comfort food for the fall and winter seasons. Your recipe looks so delicious! I'm getting hungry just looking at your images.
Adrienne
This looks really good. I rarely eat Shepherd's Poe, but I may need to try this recipe.
Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com
Yum! My entire family loves Shepherd's Pie! I'm pinning this recipe to try soon!!
Heidi
I love shepherd's pie. This recipe is totally different than the one I grew up with. I'll have to give it a try and see which one I like better. (Or just enjoy both of them!)
Jessica Joachim
This looks absolutely delicious! I actually have shepherds pie on my recipe plan for this coming week! It is one of my all time favorites.
Roxanne
This looks amazing! Shepards pie is one of my families favorites. Mine doesn't look as good as this though. LOL I"ll have to follow your recipe.
Jen Walker
I LOVE Shepard's Pie and haven't made it in a little while. I totally laughed at the "USE REAL" comment on the parmesan cheese since that's how I feel and I twitch when I see people use the powered stuff.
adriana
This looks so good! I love Shepherds Pie -they always make for the greatest recipes. I definitely have to try this one out!
Cheryl
Can you believe that I've never had Shepherd's Pie? Well, this looks amazing, and easy! i'll need to try it soon.
Andrea
This is one of my ultimate favorite recipes and totally reminds me of the winter and fall time. I feel like it is the ultimate cold weather dish. I love making Shepherd's Pie with sweet potato. Yours looks amazing!
Angela Milnes
This is a family classic for me! I have it just about every week!
Peachy @ The Peach Kitchen
I love Shephered's Pie and this one just looks amazing!!! I have to make one this week for the family.
Ophelia T
I love a good Shephered's Pie. I would love to make this and try it out myself. Thanks for sharing.
Our Family World
This looks like a really delicious recipe for shepherd's pie. I would skip the corn though because my husband gets an upset belly if he eats corn. I'll have to replace that with mushrooms instead. I am trying this recipe on the weekend. Yummy!
Anchal
It looks absolutely delicious. I would love to try out this recipe. thanks for sharing.
Carolyn
My boys would love this. They are in a growth spurt so are eating like crazy so these potatoes would help fill them up.
Cindy Ingalls
I adore Shepard's Pie. I haven't made if from scratch in such a long time. It is a process but the results are always so worth it.
Chelsea Damon
Shepherd's pie is one of my favorite dinners! My dad would make this all the time- this recipe looks great!
Sondra Barker
I'm a sucker for shepherd's pie with a drizzle of gravy on it haha This recipe looks delicious, and I'd love to give it a try!
Sondra xx
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Morgan
This sounds yummy, I have never really liked Shepherd's pie much, but this looks too good not to try.
Collins N.
Really lovely reading through the blog. Informative post and slot of positive comments.
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Mary
I wish there would be some comments AFTER someone has tried the recipe! I always read the reviews but not one is where someone actually makes it and says it was good or no it wasn't. I enjoy making recipes that have responses that have been by people who have tried it, not just responses that say sure looks food will have to try it. Not trying to be mean or negative but I always thought reviews were for the tried product.
Joanna
How about you give it a try Mary, and report back! 😀 Check the Pinterest link, sometimes people will report their reactions there, instead of the actual post. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/142074563228662614/
Mary
Thanks Joana I appreciate your response and I will check out the pinterest site, appreciate you letting me know about that.