Cottage Pie

Savor the comforting warmth of Cottage Pie, a classic British dish with hearty ground beef, savory vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner that brings the family together.

• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 large onion
• 2 carrots carrots
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 4 large potatoes
• 50 grams butter
• 100 ml milk
• to taste salt and pepper

Method

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. 2

   In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

3. 3

   Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.

4. 4

   Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute. Pour in the beef broth and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   While the meat mixture simmers, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and return to pot.

6. 6

   Mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Spread the beef mixture in a baking dish and top with the mashed potatoes, smoothing out the top.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.