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Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato

Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato: Easy Comfort Food Anyone Can Master

A comforting and delicious twist on classic shepherd’s pie, served in a baked potato.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and poke holes in the potatoes, then bake for 45-60 minutes until soft.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Add onion, carrots, and garlic; sauté until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in peas, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. When potatoes are done, cut them open and fluff the insides with a fork. Fill each potato with the shepherd’s pie mixture.
  7. Top with cheddar cheese and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms.
  • Feel free to add more vegetables like corn or bell peppers for variety.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 potato
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato, comfort food, easy recipes