Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato: Easy Comfort Food Upgrade
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Enjoy a delightful twist on traditional shepherd’s pie with this baked potato version.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the potatoes, poke holes, and bake until tender, about 45-60 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the onion and garlic until soft.
- Add the ground beef or lamb and cook until browned.
- Stir in peas, carrots, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and beef broth. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are done, cut them open and fluff the insides.
- Fill the potatoes with the meat mixture and top with mashed potatoes.
- If using, sprinkle cheese on top and bake until golden, about 15 minutes.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute lentils for the meat.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg