Below is a list of secret ingredients that I've personally tried and tested over the years, whittled down to those that I guarantee will make your next shepherd's pie better than your last.

And since entering 2025, I know I'm not the only one who has 'eating better' on my list of new year's resolutions. So, after a little time searching and trying 'healthy shepherd's pie' recipes ...

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Make this easy shepherd's pie recipe of a wintry evening – it's comfort food at its best. This one has a secret ingredient for extra savouriness. Don't worry about making it look fancy ...

Preparation methodin a large frying pan, heat a little oil and fry the mince, stirring, until browned all over. While the meat is frying, break up any lumps with the back of the spoon.Add onions and ...

Shepherd’s pie is traditionally made with ground lamb ... it’s topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked. This recipe will comfortably serve four people, but if you’re serving a ...

This delicious, savoury vegan shepherd's pie freezes very well, so make in individual portions if you prefer, or freeze the leftovers. The secret ingredient is nutritional yeast, a great vegan ...

Save your future self the sweat of making dinner by stashing this Shepherd's Pie in the freezer! The foolproof recipe calls for ground beef and veggies to be simmered in a savory sauce and topped ...

BARBECUE SHEPHERD'S PIE Prepare as directed, omitting the garlic and substituting 3/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce mixed with 1/2 tsp. onion powder for the gravy. NOTE If using instant mashed ...