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Shepherd's pie
Fry onion, carrot and lamb. Tomato paste, water, salt. Simmer 20 minutes until thick.
Questions about this dish
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips โ not a chatbot.
How long does Shepherd's pie take?
1 hr 5 min all in โ 25 min prep, 40 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 trays. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget โ about $8โ16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Frying pan, Oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1ยฝ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Lamb โ Beef mince. Cottage pie. Same tray logic.
Any tips from this recipe?
Worcestershire or a splash of leftover gravy is the usual extra. Beef mince: call it cottage pie.
Can I prepare this ahead?
Worcestershire or a splash of leftover gravy is the usual extra.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.