Savory Layers of Hearty Rich Shepherds Pie Recipe - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 1 lb (0.45 kg) ground lamb or beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (130 g) carrots, diced
• 1 cup (140 g) frozen peas
• 2 pounds (0.9 kg) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsps unsalted butter
• ½ cup (120 ml) milk (or cream for richer potatoes)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsps tomato paste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
• Salt and pepper, to taste