Cottage Pie with Cheddar and Herbs
Cottage Pie with Cheddar and Herbs
Classic DishShepherd's Pie
Prep: 25 min • Cook: 40 min. A twist on the classic, this Cottage Pie features a savory beef mince filling topped with mashed potatoes infused with sharp cheddar cheese and fresh chives, baked until bubbly and golden brown.
- Preparation time
- 25 min
- Cooking time
- 40 min
- Total time
- 1 hr 5 min
- Servings
- 6
Instructions
Make the Filling
- 1Heat vegetable oil in a large ovenproof pan or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the minced beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
- 2Add the chopped onion to the pan and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- 3Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 4Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Topping
- 1While the filling is simmering, place the quartered potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to the boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- 2Drain the potatoes well and return them to the hot saucepan to allow any excess moisture to evaporate.
- 3Mash the potatoes until smooth, then beat in the butter, warmed milk, grated cheddar cheese, and chopped chives. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble and Bake
- 1Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan/Gas Mark 6).
- 2Spoon the mashed potato topping evenly over the beef filling. Use a fork to create a decorativepattern on the surface.
- 3Place the dish on a baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- 4Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 650 kcal
- Protein
- 35 g
- Fat
- 30 g
- Carbs
- 55 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 650 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
Tips
- For an extra rich topping, mix a beaten egg yolk into the mashed potatoes with the cheese and chives.
- If the potato topping starts to brown too quickly before the filling is heated through, loosely cover the dish with foil.
- Serve hot with a side of steamed green vegetables like broccoli or peas for a complete meal.
