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Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's Pie is a savory classic from the flavorful meat and gravy up to the creamy mashed potatoes! Instant Pot instructions included to make this meal a one pot wonder!! This classic comfort food is the perfect meal for your family! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Additional Time27 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Keyword: classic Shepherds pie, ground beef recipe, instant pot, instant pot recipe, one pot recipe, pie, Shepherds, shepherds pie, shepherds pie recipe
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Author: Karli Bitner

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef browned
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cups petite carrots
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley
  • 4 medium potoates 6 small, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups frozen peas
  • 1 pkg au jus seasoning mix
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Instructions

  • For the Instant Pot: Brown the ground beef. If browning in the Instant Pot, make sure to use the beef broth to deglaze the pot.
  • Add the browned ground beef to the Instant Pot liner along with the onion, carrots and beef broth. Season with parsley, salt and pepper.
  • Peel and cube the potatoes. They should be cut fairly small, approx 1 inch cubes. Add the potatoes to your steamer basket.
  • Place the steamer basket into the Instant Pot, on top of the beef and carrots.
  • Cook on Manual HIGH for 3 minutes. Quick release the pressure.
  • Remove the steamer basket and pour the potatoes into a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Add the frozen peas and au jus seasoning mix to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine and then place the lid back on. Let the pot sit for 5 minutes.
  • While the pot is resting, add the butter and sour cream to the potatoes and mash. You can add a splash of milk to your potatoes if you'd like, I like mine thick though.
  • Turn your Instant Pot onto saute. Carefully remove about 1/4 cup of liquid from the Instant Pot, mix in the cornstarch and then return the cornstarch slurry to the Instant Pot once the broth is boiling.
  • Stir until thickened. Transfer contents of the Instant Pot to an oven safe dish.
  • Carefully spread the mashed potatoes onto the beef mixture. Top the mashed potatoes with shredded cheese.
  • Broil for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • For the Stovetop: Brown the ground beef. Drain the grease.
  • Add in the carrots, onion, parsley, salt, pepper and broth. Simmer until the carrots are cooked through.
  • Add the frozen peas and au jus seasoning mix. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Remove 1/4 cup of liquid from the pot. Mix in the cornstarch and return the cornstarch slurry to the pot. Stir to thicken.
  • In a separate pot, boil the potatoes until fork tender. Mash the potatoes with the butter and sour cream.
  • Transfer contents of the Pot to an oven safe dish.
  • Carefully spread the mashed potatoes onto the beef mixture. Top the mashed potatoes with shredded cheese.
  • Broil for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 601kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 149mg | Sodium: 1122mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g