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Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie

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A hearty and comforting Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie made easy in your slow cooker. Layers of savory ground beef or lamb, tender vegetables, and rich gravy are topped with creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate cozy meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef or ground lamb
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning meat)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef or lamb until browned, then drain excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste (or Worcestershire sauce) and a splash of beef broth to coat the meat evenly.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the bottom of the slow cooker.
  5. Add diced carrots, peas, and corn on top of the meat layer. Pour in the remaining beef broth.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 5–6 hours or on high for 3–4 hours until the vegetables are tender.
  7. Meanwhile, boil potatoes until soft. Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  8. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the cooked meat and vegetables in the slow cooker.
  9. Cover and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to let the top set and flavors meld.
  10. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use ground lamb for a traditional Shepherd’s Pie or beef for a Cottage Pie variation.
  • Add shredded cheese to the mashed potatoes for a cheesy topping.
  • Substitute lentils or plant-based meat for a vegetarian version.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 4 days or frozen up to 3 months.

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