Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this classic Corned Beef Shepherd’s Pie, a hearty twist on the traditional Irish favorite. Tender corned beef, savory vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes come together in a warm, satisfying dish that’s perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound cooked corned beef, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and milk, scraping the bottom of the pan. Add thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Fold in shredded corned beef and frozen peas; cook until heated through.
- Transfer the filling to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes until tender, then mash with 1/4 cup butter, milk, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Spread mashed potatoes over the meat mixture, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 30‑35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling bubbles.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey or omit the butter in the mash. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave. This dish pairs nicely with a crisp green salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: B
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 pie)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: corned beef, shepherd's pie, comfort food