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Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes

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A delicious twist on traditional shepherd’s pie, these Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes are filled with a savory meat and vegetable filling, topped with creamy mashed potatoes and optionally melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a cozy dinner!

Ingredients

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  1. For the Potatoes:

    • 4 large baking potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    For the Meat Filling:

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
    • 2 celery stalks, diced
    • 1 pound ground lamb or beef
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 cup beef broth
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 cup frozen peas

    For the Topping:

    1. 2 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
    2. 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven and Prepare Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes and prick them several times with a fork. Rub them with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  • Bake Potatoes: Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 1 hour or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

  • Prepare Meat Filling: While the potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened.

  • Cook Ground Meat: Add the ground lamb or beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

  • Add Seasoning and Liquid: Stir in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

  • Add Peas: Stir in the frozen peas, cooking for a few more minutes until they are heated through.

  • Assemble Potatoes: Once the potatoes are done, let them cool slightly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise, then fluff the insides with a fork.

  • Fill Potatoes: Spoon the meat filling into the potato halves, dividing it evenly among them.

  • Top with Mashed Potatoes: Spoon a generous amount of mashed potatoes over the meat filling in each potato half.

  • Add Cheese (Optional): Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes, if desired.

  • Bake (Optional): If you added cheese, bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  • Serve: Serve the Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ground Meat: You can use ground lamb, beef, or even a combination of both for different flavor profiles.
  • Cheese Option: If you don’t want cheese, skip the cheddar or opt for a different cheese like mozzarella.
  • Vegetables: Add other vegetables like peas or mushrooms to the filling for variation.
  • Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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