Cottage pie
Savor a delicious and hearty Cottage Pie with this easy recipe! Featuring creamy mashed potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and a medley of fresh vegetables, it's perfect for a comforting family meal. Simple ingredients and flavorful results!
Cook time 40 min
Prep time 10 min
Ingredients:
3 potatoes1/4 cup milk (1% fat)
2 tbsp chives
1 short spray cooking spray oil
1 onion
1 carrot
1 large zucchini
2 garlic cloves
14 oz ground beef (80/20%)
1 tbsp tomato puree
1 can canned tomatoes
1/2 cup water
Cottage pie is a classic, comforting dish that combines a savory ground beef filling with a smooth, creamy mashed potato topping. It's a versatile recipe that can easily be adapted to use various vegetables and seasonings. Perfect for a family dinner, this hearty meal is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Instructions:
- Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly-sized chunks.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
- Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash them until smooth.
- Add the milk and chopped chives to the mashed potatoes, stirring until well combined. Set aside.
- While the potatoes are cooking, preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Lightly coat it with cooking spray.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add the diced carrot, zucchini, and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the tomato puree and canned tomatoes (with their juice).
- Add the water and mix everything until well combined.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spread the meat and vegetable mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- Spoon the mashed potatoes on top of the meat mixture, spreading them out evenly with a spatula.
- Use a fork to create patterns on the surface of the mashed potatoes, if desired. This helps the top layer to crisp up nicely.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Remove the cottage pie from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with additional chopped chives if desired.
Tips:
- To save time, you can peel and boil the potatoes ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you're ready to mash them.
- For a creamier mash, consider using a potato ricer or food mill instead of mashing by hand.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as peas or corn to the meat filling for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a golden-brown finish, broil the cottage pie for the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Use leaner ground beef if you prefer a less fatty version of the dish.
Your delicious homemade cottage pie is now ready to be served! With its flavorful meat filling and creamy mashed potato topping, this wholesome dish is bound to become a family favorite. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 430kcal
Protein 24g
Carbohydrates 40g
Fiber 7g
Sugar 10g
Fat 20g
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