This Classic Homemade Cottage Pie Recipe is sure to become a family favourite, bringing warmth and comfort to your table with every bite. Serves four people.
Ingredients
- 450g quality beef mince from your local butcher
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 240ml beef stock
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 150g frozen peas (optional)
- 900g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 60ml milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 50g grated cheddar cheese (optional)
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 200°C.
- In a large frying pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced carrots. Cook for about 7-8 minutes. Increase the heat and add the beef mince. Cook until browned.
- Stir in the tomato paste, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for a couple of minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens. Remove from heat.
- Place the potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes, add the milk and butter, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season to taste.
- Transfer the meat filling to a large baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat filling, use a fork to create a decorative pattern on top. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top (if using).
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges. Allow the cottage pie to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
