Cottage Pie
British

Cottage Pie

A hearty dish of savoury minced beef topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

Medium1.5 hours

Where it comes from

Popular among the working class in 19th-century England, particularly in rural areas, this pie was an economical way to use leftovers.

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Brown ground beef with onions and carrots.

  2. 2

    Add Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and beef stock.

  3. 3

    Simmer until thickened.

  4. 4

    Spread the beef mixture in a baking dish.

  5. 5

    Top with mashed potatoes and bake until golden.

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