Shepherds Pie

Shepherd's Pie with Palmer Farms Lamb

Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 1 pound Palmer Farms ground lamb

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 carrots, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup frozen peas

• 2 tablespoons Palmer Farms Herb Spice Mix (or alternative spice mix)

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 cup beef or lamb broth

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

• ½ cup milk

• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:

   • In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the cubed potatoes. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.

   • Add butter, milk, and salt to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

2. Cook the Filling:

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and carrots, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

   • Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

   • Add ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

   • Stir in the Palmer Farms Herb Spice Mix or your alternative spice mix, tomato paste, and broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer. Allow to cook for 5 minutes, then add peas. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Assemble the Shepherd's Pie:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

   • Transfer the lamb filling to a baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with the mashed potatoes, smoothing them out to the edges to seal in the filling.

   • Optionally, create texture on the mashed potatoes using a fork.

4. Bake:

   • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

5. Serve:

   • Allow the shepherd's pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the rich flavors of Palmer Farms lamb with the warmth of homemade comfort food.

Alternative Spice Mix (if Palmer Farms Herb Spice Mix is unavailable):

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

Mix all ingredients together and use in place of the Palmer Farms Herb Spice Mix for a delightful alternative.