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Mini Shepherds Pies

Savory Mini Shepherds Pies Your Kids Will Love and Devour

These kid-friendly Mini Shepherds Pies are comforting, customizable, and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pies
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Ground Lamb Can substitute with ground turkey or lentils.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion preferred.
  • 2 cups Frozen Mixed Vegetables Peas, carrots, corn; fresh diced veggies can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Adjust to taste for a richer filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Use gluten-free for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic works beautifully too.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Rosemary or oregano can be used as alternatives.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes Can use leftover or store-bought.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use dairy-free butter for vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Plant-based milk works great.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional; substitute with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • skillet
  • pot
  • peeler
  • Mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
  2. Peel, dice, and boil potatoes for about 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain, return to pot, add butter and milk, mash until smooth.
  3. In a skillet, cook ground beef/lamb over medium heat until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat. Add diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in beef broth, simmer for 5-6 minutes. Add frozen vegetables.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of meat mixture into each muffin cup, top with mashed potatoes and smooth out.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are golden and edges bubble.
  7. Let cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

These Mini Shepherds Pies are perfect for meal prep. They can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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