Classic Cottage Pie

19 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground lamb or beef
  • 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large skillet, cook lamb, carrots and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in flour, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add broth and wine; stir in tomato paste and brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in peas.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook 10-15 minutes or until tender.
  3. 3
    Preheat oven to 400°. Transfer meat mixture into a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Drain potatoes; mash with milk and butter. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese, salt and pepper. Spread over meat mixture; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  4. 4
    Place pie plate on a foil-lined
  5. 5
    (plate will be full). Bake 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

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