Irish Shepherd's Pie with Lamb

How to Make Irish Shepherd's Pie with Lamb at Home

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Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 2 pounds potatoes
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 cup peas
• 1 large onions
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Peel and chop the potatoes into quarters. Place them in a large pot of salted water.

3. 3

   Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender.

4. 4

   While the potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in the chopped carrots, peas, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken.

7. 7

   Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and return to the pot. Add butter and milk, mashing until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   In a baking dish, spread the lamb and vegetable mixture evenly on the bottom. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them out evenly.

9. 9

   Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the mashed potatoes for added flavor.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

11. 11

    Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.