Şahnur Sezek
12 July 2026 Last updated: 11 September 2026

A classic of British home cooking, this beef and mashed potato bake is made by topping seasoned ground beef and vegetables with mashed potatoes and baking until golden. It is the beef-based cousin of shepherd’s pie, which is made with lamb, and makes a hearty winter meal.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Brown the Beef

10 min

Cook the ground beef, onion, and carrot over medium heat for 10 minutes.

2

Simmer

20 min

Add the tomato paste, broth, and thyme. Simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, then season with salt.

3

Make the Mashed Potatoes

10 min

Mash the cooked potatoes with the butter and milk until smooth.

4

Assemble

5 min

Spread the beef mixture in a baking dish and top it with the mashed potatoes.

5

Bake

25 min

Bake in an oven preheated to 200°C / 390°F for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden.

6

Serve

Serve hot.

Reminder

Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Allergen: Based on the ingredient list, this dish contains milk and dairy. Check packaged product labels for other allergens.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
420 kcalCalories
22 gProtein
34 gCarbohydrate
22 gFat
3 gFiber
5 gSugar
480 mgSodium
10 gSaturated Fat
Protein 21% Carbohydrate 32% Fat 47%
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