Gordon Ramsay Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
This rich and hearty Gordon Ramsay Shepherd’s Pie Recipe is everything you want in comfort food: savory meat filling simmered in red wine and herbs, topped with a creamy, cheesy mash that crisps up beautifully in the oven. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or feeding a hungry crowd.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4–6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 lbs ground lamb or beef
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 large onion, grated
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 sprig fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Several splashes Worcestershire sauce
- 1 small can tomato paste
- Several glugs of red wine
- ~1/4 cup chicken stock
For the Mash
- 1.5 lbs golden potatoes, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 1/2 Tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (or more, to taste)
Instructions
Prep Everything First: Peel and cut the potatoes, grate your veggies, separate herbs from stems, crack and reserve the egg yolks, and open your tomato paste and wine. This makes the cooking process much smoother.
Cook the Potatoes: In a large pot, boil salted water. Add potatoes and cook for 15 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and return them to the pot. While hot, mash with cream, butter, egg yolks, Parmesan, and seasoning.
Brown the Meat: In a large pan, heat olive oil. Add the ground meat and break it apart as it cooks. Stir often until browned and crumbled.
Add Aromatics: Stir in the garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add grated carrot and onion. Stir until softened.
Deglaze and Simmer: Add Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste, then mix well. Pour in red wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce. Stir in chicken stock and cook for 3 more minutes. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Pie: Spread the meat filling into a baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, smoothing it over to the edges. Use a fork to create texture on top if desired.
Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute lamb with beef if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Add frozen peas or corn to the filling for a veggie boost.
- Leftovers store well for up to 4 days in the fridge and can be frozen for up to 2 months.