Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato, where fluffy baked potatoes cradle a savory filling of seasoned ground meat, vibrant vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty dish is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will warm your heart. Each bite is a satisfying journey into homemade goodness that leaves everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (made with ½ cup butter and ½ cup cream)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and pierce the baking potatoes with a fork.
- Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly before handling.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat with chopped onion and diced carrots for about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in frozen peas, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- In a separate bowl, mash boiled potatoes with butter and cream until smooth; season to taste.
- Cut each baked potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides. Spoon in the meat filling, top with mashed potatoes, and return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed baked potato (350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg