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Savory Ground Lamb Shepherds Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash

Savory Ground Lamb Shepherds Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash
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Savory Ground Lamb Shepherd’s Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash is a delightful twist on a classic comfort dish. This recipe features savory ground lamb enveloped in aromatic herbs and spices, topped with a velvety sweet potato mash that adds both richness and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this shepherd’s pie is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it brings warmth and comfort to any table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (or alternative)
  • ½ cup beef or vegetable broth
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • Sweet potatoes (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
  4. Stir in ground lamb and brown evenly.
  5. Mix in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, Worcestershire sauce (or alternative), broth, salt, pepper, and frozen peas; simmer for about 10 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, boil peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash until smooth; season as desired.
  7. In a baking dish, spread the lamb filling evenly and top with creamy mashed sweet potatoes.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.

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