Zippy Shepherd's Pie

Recipe View Preheat oven broiler setting.

Recipe View In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a boil. Add the chopped potatoes and cook until tender but still slightly firm, about 15 minutes. Drain well and return potatoes to the pot. (15 minutes)

Recipe View While the potatoes are boiling, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened, about 8-10 minutes. Drain off any excess grease. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in the beef broth, ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and curry powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. (4 minutes)

Recipe View In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Pour the slurry into the skillet and stir constantly until the sauce thickens slightly. Add the chopped tomatoes, thawed peas, and carrots. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Transfer the meat mixture to a 9x13 inch casserole dish or oven-safe skillet.

Recipe View To the cooked potatoes, add the milk and butter. Using a potato masher or an electric mixer, whip the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Recipe View Spoon the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat mixture, creating a smooth or rustic surface as desired. Sprinkle the shredded white Cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the potatoes.

Recipe View Place the casserole dish under the preheated broiler and broil for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Remove from the broiler and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!