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Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes

Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes

Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potatoes transform the classic dish into a comforting baked potato delight, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large russet potatoes ideal for fluffy texture
For the Filling
  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef choose lamb for classic flavor
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup peas and carrots frozen
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth low-sodium for lighter option
For the Mash
  • 2 tablespoon butter room temperature
  • 0.25 cup milk room temperature

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • aluminum foil
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
  2. Bake potatoes for 45-50 minutes, until fork-tender.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown ground lamb or beef for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
  5. Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, and peas and carrots; simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Cut baked potatoes in half and scoop out flesh into a bowl; mix with butter and milk until creamy.
  7. Fill potato skins with savory meat mixture and top with mashed potato. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top before serving.

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