Cottage Pie

 

If you want a delicious and healthy comfort meal look no further than the Cottage Pie.  I know there are many ways to make one.  Some like to make it using leftovers while some make it from scratch like me.  However you choose to make it I’m sure it will be delicious.

 

I like to start by peeling a few russet potatoes and a carrot and then cut them in one inch chunks to boil until fork tender.  While my potatoes and carrots cook I will make the filling by browning a pound of lean ground beef with a chopped onion.  Once it is cooked through I sprinkle two tablespoons of flour over the meat and stir well to coat the meat in the flour.  Next a I add a cup of beef broth, some peas and carrots, sliced mushrooms, salt and pepper to taste and let the mixture thicken and simmer.

 

Once the potatoes and carrots are cooked I drain them and then mash with whole milk and a bit of butter.  In a deep baking dish I place the meat mixture and then spread the mashed potato mixture over the top.  By running the tines of a fork over the top of the potatoes you can make grooves that crisp up when you place the pie in a preheated oven at 375° and bake until the top is browned and the pie is bubbly.  I let it sit for about ten to fifteen minutes and then serve.  

A one dish meal that truly satisfies.