Shepherd’s Pie
2 tsp olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
1/2 lb white mushrooms, sliced
1/2 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp flour
1 1/2 cups beef broth
1/2 tsp salt, divided
Black pepper, to taste
1 cup frozen green peas
1 cup frozen corn
7-8 large potatoes
1/3 cup milk
2 tbsp butter or margarine
Paprika, for sprinkling (opt)
Chopped, fresh parsley, for sprinkling (opt)
In a large, non-stick skillet, cook beef until browned. Transfer meat to a plate, discarding any fat remaining in the skillet. Heat the oil in the skillet over medÂium heat. Add onions and carrots, cover and cook until vegetables begin to soften (about 8 minutes). Increase heat to medium high. Add mushrooms and thyme and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are soft. Return beef to the skillet. Stir in flour, then add the broth, 1/4 tsp salt and a pinch of pepper, and bring to a simmer. Stir in peas and corn. Pour mixture into a shallow 9" x 13" baking dish. Preheat oven to 350F. Peel potatoes and cut into 2" chunks. Place in a steamer basket and steam for 20-25 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife. Transfer potatoes to a bowl, then mash until smooth. Stir in milk, butter (or margarine), remaining 1/4 tsp salt and a pinch of pepper. Spread potato mixture on top of the meat. Sprinkle on a little paprika and parsley, if desired. Bake until heated through, about 25 minutes.
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