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Beef & Cabbage Shepherd’s Pie
Mashed Potatoes
Beef & Veggies
Additional Toppings & Garnishes
Making the Potatoes
1
Add the potatoes to a pot of cold salted water.
2
Bring water to a boil and cook the potatoes for about 20 to 25 minutes more, or until tender.
3
Drain the potatoes, then mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Making the Beef & Veggies
1
Add 1 tbsp of butter to a braiser or deep oven safe sauté pan set over medium heat. Add the vegetables and thyme and cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
2
Add the beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 7 minutes or until almost cooked through.
3
Make a well in the center of the pan and add 1 tbsp of butter, then mix in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4
Mix in the tomato paste, Worcestershire, and broth.
5
Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes more of a gravy.
6
While the gravy is cooking, preheat the oven to 375°F.
Assembling & Baking
1
Top the meat and vegetables with the prepared mashed potatoes, using a fork to even them out and carefully spread the potatoes to the edges.
2
Top the mashed potatoes with parmesan.
3
Bake for 20 minutes then broil on high for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
4
Garnish with chives.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown the Beef Properly 🍖Don't crowd the pan when browning ground beef; work in batches over medium-high heat to achieve deep caramelization and develop rich, complex flavors that elevate the entire dish.
- Shred Cabbage Thin for Texture 🥬Slice cabbage into thin ribbons (about 1/4 inch) so it cooks down quickly and becomes tender in the gravy without becoming mushy or unpleasant.
- Make Tomato Paste Sing 🍅Bloom the tomato paste in butter for 1-2 minutes before adding broth to eliminate its raw taste and deepen the umami richness of your gravy.
- Chill Mashed Potatoes Before Topping 🥔Refrigerate your mashed potatoes for at least 30 minutes before spreading on the filling; this prevents them from sinking into the gravy and ensures a beautiful golden top.
- Toast Parmesan for Golden Crust ✨Mix grated parmesan with melted butter before sprinkling on top, which helps it brown evenly and creates a deliciously crispy, nutty finish rather than a dry, pale topping.
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Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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