Gordon Ramsay Cottage Pie Recipe

This delicious Gordon Ramsay Cottage Pie is the perfect comforting meal for any day. Packed with tender beef and topped with creamy mashed potatoes, it’s a simple yet hearty dish that’s sure to satisfy. With easy-to-find ingredients, you can make this flavorful, warm meal in no time—ideal for a cozy family dinner!

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Ingredients Needed:

• 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, finely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 750g beef mince (ground beef)
• 40g plain (all-purpose) flour
• 55g tomato paste
• 500ml beef stock (low sodium)
• 125ml red wine (or water)
• 1 beef bouillon cube, crumbled (or 1 tsp stock powder)
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme (or 3 sprigs fresh thyme)
• 2 dried bay leaves
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Topping:

• 1.2 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm (1-inch) cubes
• 165ml milk, warmed
• 30g butter

Parmesan Crust (optional):

• 30g butter
• 20g grated parmesan

How To Make Cottage Pie Recipe?

1. Cook the Veggies: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking for 1 minute. Add chopped carrots and celery, and cook for 3 minutes until soft.
2. Brown the Meat: Turn the heat up to high. Add the minced beef and cook, breaking it apart until browned.
3. Make the Gravy: Stir in the flour, then add tomato paste, beef broth, red wine, bouillon cube, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens into a gravy.
4. Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Cook the potatoes in boiling water for about 15 minutes until soft. Drain, then mash with butter, warm milk, and salt until smooth.
5. Top the Pie: Spoon the meat mixture into a baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes over the top, rough up the surface with a fork, and add grated Parmesan if desired. Drizzle with butter or olive oil.
6. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
7. Rest: Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tips:

• Cool the filling before topping: Let the beef mixture cool so the mashed potatoes won’t mix in.
• Try mixing meats: Using both beef and lamb will make the pie richer.
• Make smooth mashed potatoes: Smooth potatoes are easier to spread on top.
• Roughen up the top: Use a fork to create more crispy bits on the mashed potatoes.
• Taste and season: Adjust the seasoning of the filling to make sure it’s just right.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Cottage Pie cool to room temperature, then store it in an airtight container. It will stay fresh for 3 days in the fridge.
• Freeze: Once cooled, wrap the Cottage Pie in plastic wrap and foil, or place it in a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
• On the Stove: Heat a little oil or butter in a pan over medium heat and stir occasionally until hot.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 280kcal
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 0mg
• Potassium: 0mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 23g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 0g
• Protein: 14g