Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's Pie

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Too often shepherd's pie is a soupy, flavorless gruel with a mushy topping. Here's the secret to creating a full-flavored, firm-topped shepherd's pie.

Keywords

  • Main Courses
  • Beef
  • Make Ahead
  • Savory Pies & Tarts
  • ATK Staff Pick
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Cooking tools:

  • Pastry brush
  • Potato masher
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Saucepan
  • Colander
  • Spatula
  • Fork
  • Baking dish
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Measuring spoon
  • Airtight container
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped fine
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped fine
  • 2 pounds 85 percent lean ground beef
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup beer
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes . peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • Table salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream, warmed
  • Ground black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten

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