Shepherd’s Pie with Tater Tot Topping: A Cozy Family Favorite
Shepherd’s Pie with Tater Tot Topping is a delightful and comforting dish perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 pound tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in mixed vegetables, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread the beef mixture in a baking dish and top with tater tots.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then sprinkle cheese on top and return to oven for another 5 minutes until melted.
Notes
- This dish reheats well, making it great for leftovers.
- Feel free to use ground lamb for a traditional shepherd’s pie flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Shepherd's Pie, Tater Tot Topping, Cozy Family Dinner