Traditional Cottage Pie Recipe
A classic British dish with seasoned minced beef and a golden mashed potato topping.
Ingredients
- 500 gram minced beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- cup peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a large pan, cook minced beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add onions, carrots, and garlic, and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Spread beef mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with mashed potatoes and smooth with a spoon.
- Sprinkle cheese (if using) on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use red wine instead of some of the beef broth.
- You can add celery or mushrooms for extra texture.