- Cuisine British
- Course Main
- Prep 20 min
- Cook 60 min
- Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 lb organic ground lamb
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 organic carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup organic lamb bone broth
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup organic peas
- 2 lbs organic Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 tbsp grass-fed butter
- 1/4 cup organic whole milk
- Sea salt
- Cracked black pepper
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What you'll need
- Cast iron skillet — Sears better than any non-stick; naturally non-stick once seasoned.
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- Instant-read thermometer — The only reliable way to nail doneness without guessing.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
- Place chopped potatoes in salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until softened (about 8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the skillet; cook for 1 minute to release their fragrance.
- Add ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until well browned.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then pour in bone broth and balsamic vinegar. Simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until the liquid reduces into a thick gravy.
- Fold in peas during the last 2 minutes of simmering. Season generously with sea salt and black pepper.
- Transfer the meat mixture to the baking dish, spread mashed potatoes over the top, and create ridges with a fork for browning. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
FAQ
Is this recipe vegan?
No, it contains organic ground lamb and grass-fed butter.
Can I substitute potatoes with another vegetable?
Yes, you can use cauliflower or sweet potatoes as a nutritious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes in the shepherd's pie.
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