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Savory Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Lamb and Crispy Parmesan Crust

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A comforting and sophisticated shepherd’s pie featuring ground lamb and a crispy Parmesan cheese crust, perfect for cozy dinners and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground lamb (preferably grass-fed)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas (about 150 g)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef or lamb broth (240 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup milk (80 ml), whole or preferred dairy/non-dairy
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 75 g)
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop 2 large potatoes into uniform chunks. Place them in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
  2. While still hot, mash the potatoes with 3 tablespoons butter and 1/3 cup milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and diced carrots. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Crumble in the ground lamb and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 cup broth, chopped thyme, and rosemary. Simmer gently until the mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Add frozen peas and cook for 2 more minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the lamb mixture into an 8×8 inch ovenproof dish, spreading it evenly. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the lamb, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
  7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the mashed potatoes. For a little extra crunch, you can add a tiny drizzle of olive oil on top.
  8. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the Parmesan crust is golden brown and crisp. If the crust browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use fresh grated Parmesan cheese for the best crispy crust. Watch the crust closely during baking and tent with foil if it browns too fast. Yukon Gold potatoes are recommended for creamy mash. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with non-dairy alternatives and use dairy-free Parmesan or nutritional yeast.

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Keywords: shepherd's pie, ground lamb, Parmesan crust, comfort food, easy dinner, cozy meal, lamb recipe, crispy cheese topping

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