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Cottage Pie

Discover the comforting charm of Cottage Pie, a classic dish with a rich history. Its straightforward preparation makes it suitable for cooks of all skill levels. Unearth the origin and delight in the simplicity of this timeless recipe.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine British, Western
Servings 6
Calories 588 kcal

Ingredients
  

Beef Mixture

  • 800 g Beef Mince
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Carrots Peeled, finely diced
  • 1 large Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Puree
  • 250 ml Beef Stock
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Thyme Dried
  • 1 tsp Rosemary Dried
  • Black Pepper To taste
  • Salt To taste

Mashed Potatoes

  • 1 kg Potatoes Peeled and cut into chunks
  • 100 ml Milk
  • 50 grams Butter

Extras

  • Cheese Grated, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, place the potato chunks in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, approximately 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  • Add the milk and butter to the pot with the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer the beef mixture to a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top. If desired, sprinkle grated cheese on top of the mashed potatoes.
  • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve the cottage pie hot and enjoy!

Notes

Cottage pie is a classic comfort food dish that can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of vegetables.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other vegetables such as peas or corn to the beef mixture.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 588kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 28gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 297mgPotassium: 1322mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3683IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Beef, Comfort Food, Dinner, Food, Keema, Meat, Minced Meat, Pie, Recipe
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