This delicious and comforting shepherd’s pie is an easy family dinner that doesn’t require a long ingredient list or hours of preparation. Made with ground beef, vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, and plenty of melted cheddar cheese, it’s a simple meal that even picky eaters can enjoy.
Traditional shepherd’s pie can sometimes involve a lot of ingredients and preparation, but this simplified version keeps things easy while still delivering plenty of hearty flavor. The savory beef and vegetable filling is topped with mashed potatoes and cheese, then baked until everything is hot and the cheese is beautifully golden.
If you’re looking for an affordable dinner that can feed the whole family, this recipe is a great option. It’s filling, comforting, and easy enough to prepare on a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet beef stew seasoning mix
- 1 (12-ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 can tomato soup
- 1 to 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup water
- Mashed potatoes, either homemade, leftover, boxed, or store-bought
Step 1
Brown the ground beef in a large pan, then drain off any excess grease. Add the tomato soup, frozen vegetables, seasoning mix, and about half a cup of water. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 2
Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly across the bottom.
Step 3
Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the beef mixture. Sprinkle 1 to 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Step 4
Place the casserole in a 400°F oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Despite being so simple to prepare, this easy shepherd’s pie is packed with comforting flavor. The combination of savory beef, vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, and golden melted cheese makes it a satisfying meal that’s perfect for the whole family.
