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A Shepherd’s pie is a hearty dish that is loved by many people in some parts of the globe, particularly in England, Australia, and New Zealand and in the United States. But for those who live in other countries this pie is neither popular nor familiar.
Let us get to know this yummy pie, its origin and some recipes that we could cook at home. To begin with, Shepherds pie is also known as Cottage Pie in Australia, New Zealand and England. Originally, its main ingredient is lamb or mutton. But Americans usually use ground beef. This dish is a delicious casserole packed with meat, vegetables, and topped with mashed potato and baked. However, you can experiment and customize the traditionally recipe and make it your own.
One of the variations of this pie is the addition of corn. There are a few recipes for Shepherds Pie with ground beef and corn that you can do. In case you don’t have any recipes to follow, here is one that you can try out. This is hassle-free and easy to do dish, no expertise needed.
Ingredients:
1.5 pounds of ground beef
1 onion (chopped)
1 cup of corn
1 cup peas
1 carrot (chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste
½ cup beef broth
4 tablespoon of Butter
Worcestershire sauce
Directions:
1. Washed, peeled, and cook the potato for approximately 20 minutes or until tender.
2. While waiting for the potatoes, prepare a large pan, and then melt the butter.
3. Sautee the onions in the frying pan with butter under medium heat.
4. Toss the carrots in the pan, then corn, peas when the onions are cooked.
5. Put the ground beef, cook until it turned brown.
6. Sprinkle some salt and pepper.
7. Pour some Worcestershire sauce and the beef broth. Allow to cook uncovered on low heat for about 10 minutes.
8. Mash the cooked potato in a bowl; add butter, a little salt to taste.
9. Prepare the casserole dish; spread the beef and other ingredients at the bottom.
Next, place mashed potatoes over the mixture, spread evenly.
10. Fluff the top using fork.
11. You may add Parmesan cheese on top if you want a cheesy pie.
12. Baked in the preheated oven with a temperature of 400 Fahrenheit for 30 minutes.
There goes the basic recipe for Shepherds Pie with ground beef and corn. Grab a slice and savor its taste with your family.
