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Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato Recipe

Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato Recipe

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Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato is a delicious twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie, where fluffy baked potatoes are filled with a savory ground beef or lamb mixture and topped with creamy mashed potatoes. This comforting and hearty dish is perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Baked Potatoes:

  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Shepherd’s Pie Filling:

  • 1 pound ground beef or ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • ¾ cup frozen peas

For the Mashed Potato Topping:

  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bake the Potatoes – Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub, dry, prick potatoes, rub with oil and salt. Bake until tender.
  2. Step 2: Make the Shepherd’s Pie Filling – Cook beef or lamb, add onion, carrots, garlic. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, herbs, salt, pepper. Simmer with beef broth, add peas.
  3. Step 3: Make the Mashed Potato Topping – Scoop out potato flesh, mash with milk, butter, garlic powder, salt, pepper. Add cheese if desired.
  4. Step 4: Assemble the Stuffed Potatoes – Fill hollowed-out potatoes with Shepherd’s Pie filling, top with mashed potatoes, and extra cheese if desired.
  5. Step 5: Bake & Serve – Bake stuffed potatoes until golden. Serve hot.

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Keywords: Shepherd's Pie Baked Potato, Stuffed Potatoes, Comfort Food Recipe