Description
Indulge in this hearty and comforting Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole that combines the flavors of traditional shepherd’s pie with a fun twist using crispy tater tots. A family-friendly dish that is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Meat Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or ground lamb
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beef broth
For the Topping:
- 3 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Cook the meat: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add ground beef or lamb, cook until browned. Add onion, garlic, and carrots, cook until softened.
- Add seasonings: Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle flour, cook briefly.
- Simmer: Pour in beef broth, let simmer until thickened. Stir in peas and corn.
- Assemble: Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Top with tater tots.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, then add cheddar cheese. Bake for another 10 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
