Description
This Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef, hearty vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes. Slow-cooked to perfection, this easy recipe offers a warm, satisfying meal perfect for busy days or cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasoning
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with chopped onions and minced garlic until the beef is browned and the onions are soft. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Combine ingredients in crockpot: Transfer the browned beef mixture into the crockpot. Add diced carrots, diced potatoes, frozen peas, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Cook the filling: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Add mashed potato topping: Before serving, spread the prepared mashed potatoes evenly over the cooked beef and vegetable mixture in the crockpot.
- Serve and enjoy: Spoon portions onto plates and serve hot for a hearty, comforting meal.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, brown the beef with a splash of olive oil.
- Feel free to add herbs such as thyme or rosemary for extra aroma.
- You can prepare mashed potatoes from scratch or use store-bought to save time.
- This dish can be made a day ahead and reheated gently in the crockpot or oven.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
