Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's Pie with Parsnip Mash

Classic shepherd’s pie, a true family favourite topped with a tasty parsnip mash

Serves 4

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil

250g lean minced lamb

1 large onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery sticks chopped

1 garlic clove, chopped

3 tbsp plain flour

1 tbsp tomato puree

2 lamb or beef stock cubes, dissolved in water

Salt & pepper

900g potatoes, peeled and cubed

200g parsnips, peeled and cubed

25g butter

150g Rachel’s Greek Style Natural Bio Live Yogurt

Method

1. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry until the mince is brown.  Set aside and then add the onions and vegetables, continue to heat until these are soft.
 
2. Add the flour and tomato puree and coat all the vegetables.  Return the lamb mince to the pan.  Pour over the stock, increase the heat and simmer for approx 30 minutes until the liquid is reduced.  The gravy should be thick and coat the meat and vegetables.  Season with salt and pepper.
 
3. To make the mash take a large saucepan and cover the potatoes  and parsnips with boiling water, bring to a rolling boil and cook until tender.  Drain well, return them to the saucepan to dry for a few minutes.  Mash with the butter and then add the yogurt, check seasoning.
 
4. Spoon the mince and vegetables into four individual dishes or one large serving dish.  Pipe or spoon the mash to cover the mince.  At this stage the pies can be chilled or once completely cool, frozen.  If you are eating straight away cook on a high heat 220°C/gas 7 and cook for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden brown.

Try:  sprinkling some cheese on top of the mash for extra richness

Recipe provided by Rachel's

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