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12/21/2016 Traditional Irish Shepherds Pie Recipe ­ Food.

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Traditional Irish Shepherd's Pie
By GrumpyIrishLady

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Serves: 4­6, Yield: 1.0 pie

ABOUT THIS RECIPE


"Posting this per a request. I've said it once and I'll say it again there is
nothing Irish about Corned Beef and Cabbage, but Shepherd's Pie has always
been and still is a staple of traditional Irish cooking. This is a really easy, but
tasty recipe that the whole family will enjoy. It's nutritionally sound with all
Photo by SharonChen
the major food groups represented. The British use lamb in their Shepherd's
Pie, but we've always used beef. Do whatever you prefer or even try turkey if
you're watching fat content. This sauce is lovely and rich and should go well with any meat. You can use fresh
or leftover mashed potato. I usually use 3 tbsp of ketchup instead of the 2tbsp of tomato paste as I like the
hint of sweetness, but traditionally the paste would be more sound! You can also make individual pies which
are always a hit with the kids. This freezes beautifully too, so make two and save one! Just let it defrost and
glaze with the egg and pop into the oven as directed. Enjoy! :)"

INGREDIENTS
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb lamb
1 large onion, finely diced
3 ­4 large carrots, finely diced
1 cup frozen peas
3 ­4 sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 glass red wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup chicken stock
1 large quantity mashed potatoes ( estimating 1L or 6 cups, fresh or leftover)
1 egg, beaten
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

DIRECTIONS
1. Pre­heat oven to 200C/400°F.
2. Saute carrots in the olive oil until starting to get tender.
3. Add in the onions and saute for a minute or two then add the meat.

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DIRECTIONS
4. Season with black pepper and thyme.
5. Cook until browned then drain fat.
6. Add the butter and peas.
7. Sprinkle with flour and stir through.
8. Add tomato paste, wine and Worcestershire sauce.
9. Let this reduce slightly then add the chicken stock. Allow to reduce down until you have a thick
meaty gravy. Season to your taste.
10. Remove from heat. Grease an oven proof dish** (9x13 works for me, as does an oval baker) with
butter and add the sauce.
11. Spoon or pipe the mashed potatoes over top. Brush with egg and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if
using.
12. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the potato is nice and browned on top.
13. Serve as is or with some crusty bread to mop up that yummy sauce!

NUTRITION FACTS Amount Per Serving % Daily Value

Total Fat 25.5g 39%
Serving Size: 1 (251 g)
Servings Per Recipe: 4 Saturated Fat 9.6g 48%
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value Cholesterol 133.0mg 44%
Calories 461.6   Sugars 8.8 g
Calories from Fat 230 50%
Sodium 427.1mg 17%

Total Carbohydrate 22.9g 7%

Dietary Fiber 4.2g 16%

Sugars 8.8 g 35%

Protein 27.6g 55%

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