Ground Beef Shepherd’s Pie Skillet
A comforting one-pan meal featuring ground beef, mixed vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes topped with melted cheddar cheese, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef for less grease.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for better flavor.
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) Frozen mixed vegetables are convenient.
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups mashed potatoes Store-bought or homemade; using fresh butter is recommended.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese For a sharper taste, use aged cheddar.
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Add just before serving for color.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, crumbling it as it cooks until no pink remains.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent.
Cooking
- Stir in mixed vegetables, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Spoon the ground beef mixture evenly into the skillet, then top with mashed potatoes, spreading them out evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the mashed potatoes.
- Cover the skillet and cook on low heat for about 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish tastes even better the next day. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, and reheat gently. For a creamier topping, fold in warm milk or sour cream into the mashed potatoes before spreading.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g
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