Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
– 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
– 1/4 cup beef broth
– 1 tbsp tomato paste
– 2 tbsp butter
– 1/4 cup milk
– Salt and pepper to taste
For the Onion Gravy:
– 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
– 1 1/2 cups beef broth
– 1 tbsp butter
– 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Mash with butter and milk, and season with salt and pepper.
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef with diced onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, peas (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the beef mixture in a baking dish, layer with mashed potatoes, and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
4. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. For the gravy, sauté sliced onions in butter until caramelized. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring until thickened.
6. Serve the shepherd’s pie topped with onion gravy.