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1. Shepherd’s Pie is a classic, comforting dish made with a layer of savory ground meat (typically lamb or beef), vegetables, and gravy, topped with a creamy mashed potato crust. Here’s a traditional recipe for making a hearty Shepherd’s Pie!

Ingredients:

For the Meat Filling:

• 1 lb ground lamb (or beef for a Cottage Pie)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 cup frozen peas (or fresh peas)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh thyme)
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet work well), peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ cup whole milk (or heavy cream for a richer version)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

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