Description
Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie with Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort dish that combines savory ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping. This hearty meal simmers in your crockpot, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully for hours. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and can be customized to suit any palate. Enjoy a warm bowl of this classic dish that promises to satisfy both your taste buds and your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions and diced carrots to the skillet; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic during the last minute.
- In your crockpot, combine browned beef, sautéed vegetables, frozen peas, and beef broth; stir well.
- Boil peeled potatoes until tender; drain and mash with butter and milk until fluffy.
- Spread mashed potatoes over the meat mixture in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for an additional hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg