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Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

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This Shepherd’s Pie has delicious lamb meat with fluffy mashed potatoes and hidden vegetables, baked to perfection- it’s the ultimate comfort food.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Ah, the humble Shepherd’s pie recipe. It is a comfy dish that almost everyone I’ve met enjoys. Traditionally, it’s a classic British dish made with lamb. That’s precisely how I make Shepherd’s pie at home – using lamb. The first time I tried was at Gordon Ramsey Restaurant in Las Vegas. It was incredible. Although I know many people prefer to use a beef version instead, why mess with it if my whole family enjoys the classic version so much, right?

Regardless of what you use, Shepherd’s Pie is made using a mixture of ground meat and vegetables, topped with mashed potatoes, and baked in the oven until you’ve reached golden brown perfection.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Tips for making the Classic and Perfect Shepherd’s pie

Be patient with the lamb. Or beef. You don’t want a runny meat mixture that sits at the bottom of your casserole dish. Otherwise, you’ll be having a wet mop for dinner. You want to cook the meat and vegetables until the consistency resembles a bolognese.

Use golden or russet potatoes. Red potatoes don’t work quite as well here. I think meat and potatoes make a classic pair, and lamb goes so well with golden or russet potatoes.

Do not overbake. Because both layers are already entirely cooked (the meat and the mashed potatoes), you don’t want the dish to be in the oven for too long. Just long enough to bring everything together and for it to set. 20 minutes should be enough.

If you want a crispy, golden top, broil for a few minutes. Don’t wait for that golden-brown crust to prolong the cooking process. Instead, crank up your oven to broil and let it sit for a couple of minutes. Voila!

You’ve got to try this classic Shepherd’s Pie! It is delicious!

What ingredients will you need for this lamb recipe?

Potato topping:

  • Cooked potatoes
  • Egg yolks
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Butter: unsalted
  • Heavy cream

Lamb meat filling:

  • Olive oil
  • Ground lamb
  • Carrots
  • Onion: yellow
  • Chicken broth or stock (vegetable or beef stock will be a good option as well)
  • Garlic
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Tomato puree (could also use tomato paste)
  • Red wine
  • Herbs: fresh thyme, rosemary, and dill

And salt and pepper, of course.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb ingredients

Lamb Shepherd’s Pie is the main course and makes a great dish to pre-make ahead of time for busy evenings. I love to pair it with a simple salad, like a classic tomato and cucumber salad or even just a side of steamed green beans.

Does Lamb Shepherd’s Pie Reheat well?

Yes. Store it covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven covered with foil.

Step instructions for Lamb Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Steps

Turn the oven to 350F.

Peel and cut potato, then boil potatoes on medium heat in a large pot until cooked.

boiled potatoes for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

In a large skillet, heat 2 Tablespoons of olive oil, and add the minced lamb, salt, and pepper.
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Add in the grated carrots and chopped onion after the lamb has started to brown up and there isn’t much oil left.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Stir and fry on medium with a wooden spoon, then add the minced garlic.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Add 2 Tablespoons of the Worcestershire sauce, tomato puree, and chopped herbs into the lamb mixture.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Add 1 cup of red wine, stir and sauté everything well, then add the stock.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

While the lamb is cooking, take boiled potatoes and drain them.
boiled potatoes for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes with egg yolks.

mashed potatoes with egg yolks for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Add 1 Tablespoon of unsalted butter, heavy cream, shredded parmesan cheese, and a few pinches of salt.

mashed potatoes with egg yolks and butter for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Meanwhile, the Lamb mixture should start to get thicker.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

In an oven-safe baking dish, spread the lamb mixture on the bottom of the dish.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

On top of the lamb, carefully add the potato puree.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Sprinkle a little parmesan cheese on top and a pinch of black pepper.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Fluff the potatoes with a fork, and place in the preheated oven for 20 mins.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

Broil for the last couple of minutes to get a golden crust top.Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

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8 Servings
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303 Calories
Time to cook: 1 hr 45 mins
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Ingredients

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 handful dill, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb lamb, minced (ground)
  • 2-3 yellow potatoes, chopped
  • ½ tsp rosemary
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ cup red wine
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2-3 carrots, grated
  • 1 onion, grated
  • 10 oz chicken stock
  • ¼ heavy cream
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • 1½ Tbsp tomato puree
  • salt, or to taste
  • black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

1

Turn the oven to 350F.

2

Peel and cut potato, then boil potatoes on medium heat in a large pot until cooked.

boiled potatoes for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

3

In a large skillet, heat 2 Tablespoons of olive oil, and add the minced lamb, salt, and pepper.
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4

Add in the grated carrots and chopped onion after the lamb has started to brown up and there isn’t much oil left.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

5

Stir and fry on medium with a wooden spoon, then add the minced garlic.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

6

Add 2 Tablespoons of the Worcestershire sauce, tomato puree, and chopped herbs into the lamb mixture.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

7

Add 1 cup of red wine, stir and sauté everything well, then add the stock.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

8

While the lamb is cooking, take boiled potatoes and drain them.
boiled potatoes for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

9

Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes with egg yolks.

mashed potatoes with egg yolks for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

10

Add 1 Tablespoon of unsalted butter, heavy cream, shredded parmesan cheese, and a few pinches of salt.

mashed potatoes with egg yolks and butter for Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

11

Meanwhile, the Lamb mixture should start to get thicker.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

12

In an oven-safe baking dish, spread the lamb mixture on the bottom of the dish.

Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

13

On top of the lamb, carefully add the potato puree.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

14

Sprinkle a little parmesan cheese on top and a pinch of black pepper.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

15

Fluff the potatoes with a fork, and place in the preheated oven for 20 mins.
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

16

Broil for the last couple of minutes to get a golden crust top.Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb

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Nutrition Facts
Classic Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Ground Lamb
Amount Per Serving
Calories 303 Calories from Fat 189
% Daily Value*
Fat 21g32%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 97mg32%
Sodium 152mg7%
Potassium 456mg13%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 2715IU54%
Vitamin C 11mg13%
Calcium 71mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

About the Author

Marina Rizhkov

I’m Marina, a Mother, Culinary Nutrition Expert, and Blogger. I am so glad you took the time to stop by and treat yourself to some of my recipes. My goal is to give you the knowledge and courage to get out of your comfort cooking zone and cook from scratch! You’ll find a bunch of pictures, nutritional information, and step-by-step instructions to help you achieve tasty homemade meals.

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