From Shepherd’s Pie to Cottage Pie | Comfort Food, Elevated

Have you ever craved a warm, comforting meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious? Me too— Look no further than Cottage Pie!

A Bit of History

I just learned that while many of us are familiar with the term “Shepherd’s Pie,” did you know that it’s often called “Cottage Pie” in the US? The main difference between the two lies in the meat used. Traditionally, Shepherd’s Pie (UK) is made with lamb, while Cottage Pie can be made with ground lamb, beef, pork, sausage., or turkey.

A Versatile Dish

The beauty of Cottage Pie is its versatility. You can customize it to your liking by trying different meats and adding different vegetables, herbs, and spices. The possibilities are endless, whether you prefer a classic version with peas and carrots or a more adventurous one with roasted root vegetables.

I usually use ground beef, but this time, I decided to give ground sausage a try. With a flavorful mixture of mixed vegetables and a rich, savory gravy, all topped with a creamy layer of mashed potatoes.

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Yield: Serves 6-8

Cottage Pie

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A hearty savory comforting dish, Cottage Pie is a classic comfort food. It features a savory filling of ground sausage, mixed vegetables, and a rich gravy, all topped with a creamy layer of mashed potatoes. It's a perfect meal for a chilly day!

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1—10oz bag (steamable) frozen mixed vegetables.
• 1— pound ground sausage any flavor.
• 4— large russet potatoes (cubed).
• 1—14.5oz can of diced tomatoes (drained)
• 1— Packet of dry beef or brown gravy mix ( I didn't have any dry mix so I substituted an 8oz can of beef gravy).
• 1/4 Cup Beef broth.
• 1— Onion (chopped)
• 1— Tbsp minced garlic.
• Mrs. Dash Table Blend (Green top).
• Butter and Milk for mashing potatoes.
• 2— Tbsp Sour Cream. (*optional addition for mashed potatoes.)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350° F (176 C°)
2. Chop and dice onions and dice potatoes.
3. Boil potatoes.
4. Brown sausage and onions together at the same time. (you can do this while your potatoes are boiling).
5. Microwave steamable vegetables according to package directions.
6. Once sausage and onions are browned. Drain.
7. Return meat and onions to skillet.
8. Next add diced tomatoes, minced garlic, drained mixed vegetables, DRY gravy packet and beef broth. Mix and simmer on low until potatoes are done boiling.
9. Next, in a mixing bowl mash the potatoes how you normally would adding butter, milk, sour cream and any salt and pepper.
10. Transfer the vegetable mixture to a 9x12 baking dish. Sprinkle Mrs. Dash Table Blend or your preferred seasoning blend over vegetables.
11. Spread the mashed potatoes over the vegetable mixture.
12. Bake for 30 minutes.
13. Let cool for 5-10minutes.
14. Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

You Will Need

• Sharp knives
• Spatula and mixing spoons
• 9x12 baking dish
• Dutch oven or large pot
• Large Skillet
• Drainer
• Potato peeler
• Electric mixer

Notes:

* You can use any kind of ground meat or vegetables you like.

* I like adding sour cream to my mashed potatoes, but it's up to you.

* You can mix shredded cheddar cheese into your mashed potatoes if you like.

* Yes you can use your broiler for 5 minutes to brown the top of your potatoes instead of baking for 30 minutes.

* Store in refrigerator in an airtight container up to 4 days.

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Cottage Pie is a versatile dish that can be adapted to suit your preferences. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is sure to please. So, next time you’re craving a warm and comforting meal, give Cottage Pie a try.

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