Description
A comforting classic Shepherd’s Pie made with seasoned ground beef, mixed vegetables, and topped with creamy mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection. This hearty dish is perfect for a family meal and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Meat Mixture
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 1/2 cups mild chunky salsa
- 15 ounce can mixed vegetables, drained
Topping
- 4 cups prepared instant mashed potatoes
Garnish
- Minced fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the assembled pie.
- Brown the Beef: In a frying pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the edges are brown but the middle still has some pink. Drain off the grease to remove excess fat.
- Mix Cornstarch: Add cornstarch to the browned beef and stir well until fully combined to help thicken the filling later.
- Add Salsa and Cook: Slowly pour in the mild chunky salsa, mixing thoroughly. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to bubble, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened and cooked through.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Remove the pan from heat, then stir the drained mixed vegetables into the beef mixture ensuring even distribution.
- Assemble Pie: Spoon the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into a 9.5-inch deep pie plate.
- Top with Mashed Potatoes: Spread the prepared instant mashed potatoes evenly over the meat and vegetable layer to create a smooth topping.
- Bake: Place the pie plate in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes until the beef layer is bubbly and the mashed potatoes have turned a golden brown shade.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle minced fresh parsley on top before serving warm to add a fresh and colorful touch.
Notes
- Using instant mashed potatoes saves time, but homemade mashed potatoes can be substituted for a richer taste.
- Ensure the mixed vegetables are well drained to avoid watery filling.
- Adjust seasoning to taste depending on salsa saltiness and preference.
- This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
