Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 500 ground g lamb (or beef for Cottage Pie)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup frozen corn
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 potatoes, kg peeled and cubed
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper