Gordon Ramsay Shepherds Pie Recipe

This delicious and hearty Shepherd’s Pie recipe from Gordon Ramsay is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. With a creamy mashed potato topping and flavorful lamb filling, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that’s sure to please. Plus, you can easily adapt it with common ingredients you have at home for a quick, nutritious meal.

Ingredients Needed:

For the Lamb Mixture:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 900g ground lamb
• 1 large onion, grated
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, grated
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1½ tbsp tomato paste
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
• 1 sprig of fresh rosemary, chopped
• 240ml red wine
• 240ml chicken stock

For the Mashed Potato Topping:

• 1.1kg potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 egg yolks
• 60ml cream
• 4 tbsp butter
• 40g Parmesan cheese, grated

How To Make Shepherds Pie Recipe?

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Cook the Lamb Mixture: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Season the ground lamb with salt and pepper, then fry for 2–3 minutes until browned. Add the grated onion, carrot, and garlic, stirring well. Incorporate the Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for 1–2 minutes. Pour in the red wine, letting it reduce until almost evaporated. Add the chicken stock, bring to a boil, and simmer until the sauce thickens. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
3. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and return to the hot pan over low heat to dry them out. Pass the potatoes through a ricer or mash thoroughly. Mix in the egg yolks, cream, butter, and 2 tbsp of grated Parmesan. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
4. Assemble the Shepherd’s Pie: Spoon the lamb mixture into the bottom of an ovenproof dish. Spread the mashed potatoes over the top, starting at the edges and moving inward. Top with the remaining Parmesan cheese and season lightly. Fluff the surface of the mashed potatoes with a fork to create peaks.
5. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling.

Recipe Tips:

• Use a Potato Ricer: For smooth mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer instead of a regular masher. It makes them creamy without lumps.
• Simmer the Lamb Mixture: Let the lamb mixture cook until the sauce thickens. This makes the filling richer and more flavorful.
• Season Well: Always taste the lamb and potatoes and add enough salt and pepper to bring out their best flavors.
• Golden Top: Fluff the mashed potatoes with a fork before baking to get a crispy, golden top.
• Make Ahead: You can prepare the pie in advance. Just assemble it, cover it, and refrigerate or freeze it until you’re ready to bake it.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Shepherd’s Pie cool to room temperature. Then, cover and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: After cooling, wrap the pie tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.
• Reheat: For reheating on the stove, scoop out a portion into a pan. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 332kcal
• Total Fat: 19.3g
• Saturated Fat: 7.5g
• Cholesterol: 49mg
• Sodium: 578.3mg
• Potassium: 741.5mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28.3g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugars: 6.1g
• Protein: 13.6g