Hearty Rancher's Shepherd's Pie with Cauliflower Topping
This delicious and comforting shepherd's pie features a savory beef base topped with a creamy cauliflower mash, crispy shallots, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. An easy dish perfect for family gatherings.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef lean
- 1 cup chopped carrots finely diced
- 1 cup peas frozen
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- 24 ounces cauliflower florets steamed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup crispy shallots store-bought
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet until browned. Add chopped onions, carrots, and peas. Season with salt and thyme; cook until vegetables are tender.
- In a large pot, steam the cauliflower until fork-tender. Drain and mash with heavy cream and butter until smooth.
- Layer the meat mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread the mashed cauliflower evenly on top.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese and crispy shallots over the cauliflower.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different vegetables or cheese types. To make it vegetarian, substitute beef with lentils.