Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Shepherd’s Pie Filling

• 1 pound ground beef or ground lamb
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon flour
• ¾ cup beef broth

For the Creamy Potato Filling

• Scooped potato flesh from baked potatoes
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup milk
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes

• Chopped parsley
• Extra shredded cheese
• Cracked black pepper

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Baking sheet
• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Potato masher
• Spoon
• Knife
• Aluminum foil (optional)

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Shepherd’s Pie Stuffed Potatoes are the perfect fusion of two classic comfort foods. Instead of using a casserole dish, the shepherd’s pie filling is tucked into crispy baked potato shells, creating individual servings that are easy to serve and enjoy.

This recipe is:

• Family-friendly
• Budget-friendly
• Great for leftovers
• Packed with protein and vegetables
• Customizable with different toppings

You can easily swap ingredients based on what you have available. Ground turkey works well instead of beef or lamb, and sweet potatoes can replace russet potatoes for a healthier twist.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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