Shepherd's Pie

Ingredients

• 2 cups mashed potatoes, warm
• 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb, browned and drained
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, 1 diced onion, 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1/2 cup milk or cream
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2. 2Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the onion, celery, and any raw protein until softened and lightly browned.
3. 3Stir in the flour and cook 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the broth and milk until smooth.
4. 4Add the remaining protein and vegetables, thyme, salt, and pepper, and simmer 8–10 minutes until thickened and the vegetables are tender.
5. 5Pour the filling into a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top, fluffing with a fork.
6. 6Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the potato topping is lightly browned and the filling bubbles at the edges.
7. 7Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

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