Mama Rita's Simple Shepherd's Pie
A recipe learned from my late mother-in-law, Rita, that brings comfort and memories of family gatherings.
A recipe learned from my late mother-in-law, Rita, that brings comfort and memories of family gatherings.
- Carbohydrate 157.91095303184 g
- Cholesterol 204.0704 mg
- Fat 68.3739317512331 g
- Fiber 17.6999240059009 g
- Protein 45.4749865968977 g
- Saturated Fat 34.9603317088512 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (1116g)
- Sodium 1266.64708338266 mg
- Sugar 140.211029025939 g
- Trans Fat 7.5789439836786 g
- Calories 1410 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Peel and boil potatoes and make mashed potatoes, or use leftover or instant mashed potatoes.
- Cook vegetables according to package directions.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef then sprinkle brown gravy mix over ground beef and no more than 1/2 cup of water to thicken the gravy.
- Layer ground beef in a rectangular 9x13 casserole or baking dish, then cooked vegetables atop the ground beef, and finally, spread the mashed potatoes over the vegetable layer.
- Sprinkle French fried onions atop the mashed potatoes or arrange pats of butter atop the potatoes if not using onions.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes, just to heat all the ingredients through.
In the realm of comfort food, there's nothing quite like a hearty shepherd's pie. This classic dish, with its layers of savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, invokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth that's hard to resist. And while there are countless variations of this beloved dish, I'm here to share a recipe that holds a special place in my heart: Mama Rita's Simple Shepherd's Pie.
This recipe was passed down to me by my late mother-in-law, Rita, who had a gift for creating dishes that brought people together. With every bite, I'm reminded of family gatherings, laughter-filled evenings, and the simple joys of sharing a delicious meal. Mama Rita's shepherd's pie is not only a culinary delight but also a cherished connection to my family's culinary heritage.
