this is our first recipe on our blog!
i learned how to make this shepherd's pie when i lived in london.
my favorite winter food. so easy to cook as well.
ingredients (serves four)
- 5 potatoes (medium)200-250g of minced beef
- 1 carrot (medium)
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 3 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 2 cups of beef stock
- a bit of cinnamon and thyme
directions
1. preheat oven at 200C
top
2. peel potatos, cut in good size, boil them until soft
3. drain water and mash the potatos with a bit of butter
bottom
4. cook one medium onion in a large frying pan, cook until brown
5. add minced beef
6. when cooked, add a small tin of peas and diced carrots
7. cook until carrots are soft-ish
8. add 2 tbsp of flour
9. straight away, add tomato paste and beef stock
10. the sauce should get a little thick
11. add a bit of cinnamon and thyme for added flavour
read to combine now!
12. in a gratin plate, add the meat mixture
13. put the mashed potatos on top - dont worry if its not "even",
a rough touch makes it rustic-looking!
14. cook in preheated oven (200c) for 15-20mins until surface is golden brown
enjoy this lovely winter recipe with a glass of red wine!
you can also accompany the meal with a fresh salad.
hmm yummy yum yum! enjoy!
marcia
