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30 Minute Shepherd's Pie
Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray Show: 30 Minute Meals Episode: Soul Soothers Overall User Rating: 
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Shepards Pie
07/09/2008 at 11:14am
User: Gina from Las Vegas, NV User Rating:
This is a great recipe. Instead of making the mashed potatoes, I use instant to save time. My family & friends love this dish!!!
I made a few changes
07/06/2008 at 12:05am
User: Michael from La Habra, CA User Rating:
I had a party and had to come up with some thing that everyone could have and walk around with. This worked great. Although for the meat I used ground beef, lamb an pork all mixed together and then added oven baked bacon for that crunch. I also mixed eight table spoons of bacon drippings to the meat mixture for added flavor. (I bake the bacon on a Teflon wire rack, the one with the squares not the one with the long wires.) I made all the pies in a six inch disposable aluminum pie dishes, 46 in all even though I only had 28 guests I though some people may want seconds. At the end of the day all 46 were gone. I lined the pie dishes with pie dough and baked them first until they were almost browning. Then I poured the mixture in to the baked crusts. Instead of Worcestershire sauce I used Soy Sauce because most of my family is allergic to sea food. Worcestershire sauce has anchovies in it. I browned the mashed potatoes with a torch because they would not brown in the oven as the recipe stated. What a great 4th of July for 2008 I also used one of Sandra Lee's recipe for the drinks.
Yummy
06/26/2008 at 12:00am
User: Cheryl from Seattle, WA User Rating:
This was really tasty and easy to make. I added some grated parmesean on top. Everyone loved it.
Too easy to be so good!!!
06/25/2008 at 04:06pm
User: Alvin from Metairie, LA User Rating:
The gravy for the ground beef really jazzed it up and the sour cream in the potatoes made them lite and fluffy. Made me feel like a cook!!!
good
06/10/2008 at 06:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
too many potatoes, not enough meat underneath.
Beautiful...Dinner Done
06/08/2008 at 11:03pm
User: Sheila from Highlands Ran ch, CO User Rating:
Had some leftover ground beef, half an onion, some old peeled baby carrots and 4 "getting old" potatoes...what a great dinner it all made! The only variance was corn (didn't have peas) and I added garlic salt just in case it was bland. Superb...the family ate every bite! Thanks RR!
GREAT TASTING & EASY TO MAKE!
05/29/2008 at 05:16pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We loved this Shepherd's Pie recipe. Wonderfully easy to make, hearty, and filling! REAL COMFORT FOOD! I did do a small variation which turned out to be an extra treat....I used invidual ceramic ramekins and layered all the ingredients per the recipe and topped with finely grated cheddar & monterey jack cheeses in addition to the fresh chopped parsley and paprika. Each member of the family enjoyed having their own special dish! Thanks Rachel for another great recipe!
Fantastic dish
04/02/2008 at 04:05pm
User: Joanna from Cape Coral, FL User Rating:
Being Irish, I've had my share of Shepherd's Pie at various pubs around the country. But I've never attempted it at home. This was so easy to prepare, and was absolutely delicious! I used more broth than the recipe called for (adding a little at a time to get the right consistency). The flavor was spot-on. If you're in a real rush try refrigerated mashed potatoes on top, just prepare them first.
Easy & Yummo!
03/08/2008 at 04:26pm
User: Erik from Fords, NJ User Rating:
As good as some I have had in Irish resturants in NY. Easy and satisfying
A fantastic recipe
03/07/2008 at 04:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I watched Rachel's episode for this shepherd's pie about a month ago. I had some extra ground beef in the freezer and had no idea what to make for supper that night so I tried it. Needless to say...it was great. Of course like most of us I changed a few ingredients to suit my family's taste but it was great! My husband loved it and he is the type who usually never makes any type of comment about his meals. Thanks for a quick and tasty meal.
OMG
03/04/2008 at 12:24pm
User: Mindy from Alexandria, VA User Rating:
This recipe was amazing. I was craving something healthy and fast. This really hit the spot. We added garlic to the potatoes, it really hit the spot.
Good enough for Midshipmen!
02/26/2008 at 07:42pm
User: Melissa from Arnold, MD User Rating:
We make this as a easy yummy weeknight meal....great comfort food. My husband was a teacher at the Naval Academy and would teach those future Navy Pilots how to make this before going to Flight School. It was a regular occurrence in May to come home and find this meal prepared for us by a bunch of First Class. Proving its easy enough for a beginner and a great budget meal.
Shepards Pie for 50
02/20/2008 at 06:18pm
User: Deana from Orangevale, CA User Rating:
I used this recipe to feed 50 Veterans of Foreign Wars. They loved it... The only thing I did differently was add a little sage to the groud beef while it was cooking and didn't use any cream for the potatoes. It was a wonderful success!
Very Tasty
02/14/2008 at 04:32pm
User: Heather from Dallas, GA User Rating:
This was a good recipe! Instead of using cream in the pots, I used skim milk and I put a couple of garlic cloves in the pots while they were cooking. It was really good and easy. Another 30 minute tasty treat!
OK
02/13/2008 at 09:18am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was a good "base" recipe--like other reviewers, I found it to be rather bland and lacking in the amount of meat called for. Spice it up with some other seasonings and it's not so bad. I think I will look for another recipe next time though.
Easy and delish!
02/13/2008 at 08:13am
User: Martha from Southborough, MA User Rating:
This recipe was very easy to make and also reminiscent of the comfort food dish we were looking for. I wanted to make a 6-person serving, so I used 2 lbs ground beef and a few more peas. I also used 3 lbs of potatoes and just made regular mashed potatoes, using sour cream, milk, butter, salt and pepper. I also added more broth to make it saucier.
more like 2 hrs.
02/11/2008 at 02:37am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
please not. by the time i was done the mash. pot. was cold. had to put it together and put it @350 for 15min. my huband works nights, ha almost didnt get dinner, he strated the car to get it warm, ran in had one sm. plate and took off. i started this meal at 4pm and didnt finsh till 6pm NEXT TIME IM GOING TO use instint mash. use frozen peas only(that's how the brits eat it) how do i know my husband and his father is from england! and throw in some Daddy's Sauce or HP
Loved It
02/08/2008 at 10:15am
User: Tracy from Independence, KY User Rating:
I made this shepherd's pie the other night for dinner and it was fantastic. However, I made it with ground turkey instead of sirloin and I flavored the turkey and the gravy with sage, omitting the worceshtershire sauce. The result was like Thanksgiving Day in one dish!! There are only two of us and we almost ate the whole thing! Also, I ran my potatoes through a potato ricer to make them fluffier, it takes a couple more minutes but the result of the potatoes is worth it. Thanks Rach! This is a keeper
Just ok
02/07/2008 at 01:06pm
User: Holly from Bellingham, WA User Rating:
I was expecting to LOVE this recipe but it fell kind of flat. I thought it lacked flavor. It just needed a little something else. Probably won't make it again.
Extremely Delicious
02/04/2008 at 12:14pm
User: chris from Milwaukee, WI User Rating:
This is extremely good. I used baby portabelo muchrooms. This is a great dish for entertaining!!!!!!
Very good
01/30/2008 at 02:21pm
User: Angela from East Haven, CT User Rating:
I thought this recipe was easy and very good. Not sure if it came in at 30 minutes or under however. One thing I would suggest is either a tbsp of tomato paste to the ground meat mixture or more beef boullion. Additionally, a little shredded cheese on top would send this over the edge.
Pretty good but.......
01/28/2008 at 05:36pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I did a half ground beef and half ground lamb mixture. It was good but not as good as I had hoped for. Just too plain!
Needs a bit more zing!
01/28/2008 at 01:40am
User: Sharon from Sun City West, AZ User Rating:
I think this was a good recipe but I added more to it. When I make it again I am going to add a few garlic cloves to the potatoes while they are cooking next time. They need more zing. I also added chopped garlic to the mixture along with some tomato sauce. I increased the wocestershire sauce to a tablespoon. Only threw in a handful of peas. I baked this for 45 min at 350 rather than broiling it. Great dish, just needed a bit more zing for me.
EASY COMFORT
01/25/2008 at 09:20am
User: JOSEPH/STEVEN from RIDGE, NY User Rating:
Not only was this simple and easy to make...you can make it your own right from the start...change the veggies around...make it healthier by using less meat and more veggies...Rachael is the best on Food Network
bland
01/23/2008 at 09:17pm
User: JENNY from ONTARIO, CA User Rating:
very bland not much flavor. Made just as recipe called for.
Very Good
01/20/2008 at 12:41pm
User: Rena from North Plainfield, NJ User Rating:
Easy to make and very tasty
Terrific Pie
01/18/2008 at 12:48pm
User: Bud from Southaven, MS User Rating:
Very good... Easy to make... Quick...
Not bad, but not great
01/16/2008 at 07:29am
User: Kate from Lathrup Village, MI User Rating:
This recipe builds upon the basic bones of the classic sheperd's pie, but ends up being just a little too heavy in the end. The mash potatoes get mixed with cream AND sour cream AND an egg yolk, and this on top of heavy ground beef and a thick gravy makes for a heavy, heavy meal. I'd recommend 86ing the sour cream and egg, and going for ground turkey and a chicken gravy for a lighter dish.
I love this recipe
01/08/2008 at 04:12pm
User: Connie from Lakewood, OH User Rating:
Full of flavor and so filling. Love it!
Our new favorite
11/11/2007 at 07:11pm
User: STEPHANIE from Erie, PA User Rating:
I made this last week and right away got a request to make it again. It was a simple recipe. We had everything on-hand to make it as well. The potatoes in this dish are just about the best I've ever tried. The only recommendations I have are to make twice the gravy and a little bit more potatoes if you want to do this in a 13x9 pan. The recipe was sufficient but next time, I'm doing this. We also had leftovers w/ a family of 4.
Pretty good
11/10/2007 at 10:10am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Pretty good. Not the best Shepherd's pie I've ever had, but it was very simple to prepare and my dad who's a true Irishman loved it!
Delicious
11/09/2007 at 10:12am
User: Daniel from Caledonia, MI User Rating:
This dish is classic Rachael Ray...easy and delicious. I added a couple cloves of garlic to the onion/carrot, and used frozen green beans and corn instead of peas. This will become a staple in my home. Thank you Rachael!
Fast, easy and delicious!
11/07/2007 at 07:11pm
User: Michelle from Aiea, HI User Rating:
I have tried many recipes for Shepard's Pie, but this was the best. A great use for leftover mashed potatoes, and the other ingredients I either had on hand in the pantry or the freezer. There were no leftovers when I served it. This one is a keeper.
A little too bland
10/31/2007 at 06:00pm
User: Liz from Sandy, UT User Rating:
I like sheperd's pie but the potatoes were too bland. They needed butter and seasonings. I would also cut down on the amount of potatoes and increase the amount of meat myself. Maybe I'll try Emeril's next time....
Always Try new things
10/30/2007 at 05:20pm
User: Cyndee from Whitewright, TX User Rating:
One night my husband sat down and watched Rachael Ray's show with me and she was making this recipe, he said that actually sounds good would you make that for me , I nearly fell out of my chair . I made it and he loves it thank you for helping me get him to eat veggies !! I am so thankful Cyndee
yum
10/17/2007 at 11:30pm
User: Sonja from Las Vegas, NV User Rating:
First off it was very easy. I did the beef version and it was very good. Its always amazing when something so simple can taste and smell so good.
Tasty!
10/11/2007 at 06:28pm
User: Tara from Long Beach, CA User Rating:
This recipe was awesome! Easy to make and plenty for everyone. I cut the recipe in half and fed four adults easily! I also followed everyone's advice about cutting back on the chicken broth--great idea! I will definitely make this one again and again!
Try Emeril's Recipe...
10/07/2007 at 09:46pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
...this one is Bland, Bland, Bland!
Easy and Yum-O!!!
09/17/2007 at 04:57pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe is really easy and very quick. It only took me about 35 minutes to do everything- from washing and peeling potatoes to pulling the dish out of the oven. And everyone at my house loved it, even my picky children!
Yum comfort food
09/15/2007 at 06:35pm
User: Janice from Hendersonville, NC User Rating:
I used cheese instead of parsley on top and added more potatoes.
pretty good stuff
08/29/2007 at 12:32am
User: Arthur from Arcata, CA User Rating:
This is only my 3rd time eating shepherd's pie and my 1st time making it so I don't have a lot of knowledge on the topic, nor do I have a lot to compare to, but this was a pretty good meal. I ended up eating almost the whole thing in one night! I did all beef, ground at home Alton Brown style (1/2 chuck, 1/2 sirloin). It was good but can see why some would say it's bland. I'll use 1/2 lamb next time. If nothing else the cream cheese potatoes, if served separate, would make a great side dish.
OMG!
08/25/2007 at 12:01pm
User: Regina from Southfields, NY User Rating:
Very easy to make and much more flavor than the average shepherd's pie recipe!
Sheperds make good pie
08/22/2007 at 07:16pm
User: jennifer from Stuart, FL User Rating:
Wow even my husband who said he does not like "the pie" liked it. Also 7 & 10 year olds liked it too. Easy and a little fresh ground nutmeg on top prior to adding the potatoes(instant) worked well too.
good, but not great
08/12/2007 at 08:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This came out rather bland, but it was still tasty.
Will do it again
07/30/2007 at 06:50pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very easy and tasty.
Double the Gravy-Delish!!
07/17/2007 at 12:33pm
User: Krystal from Tulsa, OK User Rating:
I loved this recipe and would definitely make it again. Next time i will double the gravy and maybe use instant mashed potatoes on top to save time.
Family Favorite!!
07/11/2007 at 05:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made shepherd's pie before, but this is definitely the best recipe. I added a little extra garlic to the ground beef and it came out so tasty!
Yum-OH
07/06/2007 at 12:41pm
User: Debra from Queens Village, NY User Rating:
This is delicious, my teenagers can not get enough.
yummy!
06/24/2007 at 05:07pm
User: Bobbie from Mesquite, TX User Rating:
great meal! added extra veggies (also added corn and tomatoes) though. very easy and made a lot more than expected!
This is Great!!!!
06/11/2007 at 09:37am
User: Gwen from Yorktown, VA User Rating:
My family can not get enough of this! It is quick easy and really takes only about 30 minutes.
Quick & tasty
05/30/2007 at 09:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This didn't blow me away, but it was quick and I'd definitely make it again. Based on other comments about blandness, I added brined green peppercorns to the lamb and dried mustard to the potatoes. I also skipped the entirely superfluous step of making the gravy in a separate skillet and just added the flour directly to the meat before stirring in the broth. Exact same results, one less dish to do!
YUMMO!
05/21/2007 at 09:50pm
User: Rob from PLainsboro, NJ User Rating:
I love how everything is almost from scratch in this recipe:) I added lima beans to the beef mixture along with the peas, carrots and onions. I also sprinkled cheese on the top. AWESOME! Will make this again!
I can't stop cookin!!!
05/16/2007 at 09:12pm
User: Patrick from naples, FL User Rating:
Okay, this is going to be my third meal I have tried from this site and once again, it turned out almost like a professional job!!! This time I was brave enough to cook for a group of six people by increasing the ingredients accordingly and they loved it!!! a couple of them immediately hopped online to check out what they will be cooking for tomorrows dinner!
good comfort food
05/08/2007 at 12:26pm
User: Shannon from somers point, NJ User Rating:
I like that Paula Deen puts some tom paste in her beef. It kind of makes it a little sweeter.
A bit bland.
05/04/2007 at 12:38am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dish could use a little kick! The gravy was just sort of blah.
Fabulous
04/22/2007 at 01:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Absolutely delicious!
Easy to make
04/20/2007 at 01:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this with ground turkey and chicken broth instead of beef or lamb and it turned out great. Easy to make and very tasty.
Really Easy
04/16/2007 at 03:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a recipe that is easy to make during the week that the whole family will enjoy for sure.
tasty
04/08/2007 at 01:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
it's easy and tasty
Easy to fix, great taste.
04/05/2007 at 10:27pm
User: sharon from Maumelle, AR User Rating:
Needed to slightly precook carrots - they would have been too crisp compared to the peas - Loved the flavor, family will ask for it again!
Shepherd's pie
04/04/2007 at 02:06pm
User: Lee from Lake in the Hills, IL User Rating:
I did this with instant potatoes mixed with chicken bouillon instead of real potatoes and it still tasted great. I also used it with leftover leg of lamb shredded and that was wonderful too.
fabulous
04/04/2007 at 09:13am
User: mary from east amherst, NY User Rating:
what an easy recipe for shepherds pie, looked and tasted fabulous. my young children loved it!!!!!!!!
yummy
03/31/2007 at 06:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
easy and so good! love that sauce, makes a big difference.
My Husband's Favorite
03/28/2007 at 08:22pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a recipe similar to one my Momma used to make.Her Mom made it and it goes back to it's German-Dutch origines.
very bland
03/23/2007 at 04:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
the final product was very bland. Need salt, pepper, etc.
fantastic
03/21/2007 at 04:53pm
User: haejin from aurora, CO User Rating:
i used a chuck roast because i didnt have groung beef and made kind of a stew . didnt change anything eles and my husband and neighbors loved it .
easy, but bland
03/18/2007 at 08:26pm
User: Lacy from Raleigh, NC User Rating:
This was a really easy recipe, but lacked flavor. Both my husband and I agreed this was very bland. I won't be making this again.
A+ Shepherds Pie
03/17/2007 at 01:04pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
great and easy to make. no leftovers :(
Super Easy and Delicious!!
03/15/2007 at 09:32am
User: Laraine from St. Charles, IL User Rating:
I made this recipe on "Pi" day (3/14)and in honor of the upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebration. This was the easiest recipe I've ever tried for this particular dish and it turned out great! I added a little ground pork for flavor and used half and half instead of cream for the potatoes. I will definitely be saving this one in the archives for future use. Thanks, Rachael, for another winner.
Good and hearty
03/10/2007 at 10:12pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a really good recipe, especially if it's your first time to make shepherd's pie. One slight suggestion though: make slightly more of the roux base for the gravy than the recipe calls for. Actually, just make more gravy. I increased the butter to 2.5 or 3 tbsp and slightly upped the flour as well. Also, try putting a little grated cheddar (use extra sharp if you have it) on top at the very end of the broiling.
A good start
03/06/2007 at 03:29pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I thought this recipe was good. I used corn instead of peas...next time I'll use both. I added garlic to everything! The gravy could have been a little more flavorful. But overall good...Next time I will add cheese to the top of the mash potatoes.
Lovely!
03/04/2007 at 03:59pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Okay it took more like 45 minutes, but it was worth it. Based on ther reviews I read I added a little garlic to the meat. I lightened up a bit...cut the butter by 1/4, elminated the olive oil, used fat free sour cream and fat free half and half instead of cream and a dash more of worcester sauce. Everyone loved it. Not bland at all, as some reviewers complained. Easy and tasty
Excellent Quick Meal
02/25/2007 at 04:03pm
User: LISA from New Holland, PA User Rating:
I REALLY ylove this recipe! Not only is it quick & easy, it is DELICIOUS! The whole family loves it...and that's saying something. I would even serve this for company. EXCELLENT!!!
bland 30 minute shepherd's pie
02/21/2007 at 10:32am
User: barbara from Austin, CO User Rating:
This recipe looked so good and so easy. While my family did eat the whole thing they thought it was very bland. I tossed the recipe in the trash.
Delicious!
02/20/2007 at 06:28pm
User: Sylvia from Bloomington, IN User Rating:
this dish was easy and delicious! just make sure your baking pan is big enough. otherwise, the meat juice will spill over and smoke your oven and eventually your kitchen! (my mistake the first time I tried this recipe.)
Yummy sauce
02/19/2007 at 10:37am
User: Mary from Dover, NH User Rating:
I have searched for a shephers pie recipe that doesn't taste like just crumbled beef with pototes. This recipe has delicious gravy to bring all the ingredients together. It took longer than 15 minutes to prepare but it was easy. I used corn and peas, frozen onions, and forgot the parsely. I have always used cream cheese in my potatoes, it makes them so creamy. I didn't use the egg and used milk instead of broth or cream. My family loved it and the differnce was the gravy added to the beef mixture.
Old-Fashioned Goodness
02/18/2007 at 04:04pm
User: Janet from St. George, UT User Rating:
We all really enjoyed this dish. It is quick and easy to prepare and the flavors are wonderful. I had some left-over potatoes from Tyler's Velvety Mashed Potatoes recipe and so I just added the sour cream and egg yolk for the potato portion of the recipe. My husband doesn't like paprika so I put grated a little Parmigiano Reggiano cheese on top instead.
wow
02/15/2007 at 02:20am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
even me the only person in this world that has burnt water on a stove can make this and it turns out awesome !!!!! i loved it so did my whole family !!! i got complements
A Hit with my family!
02/08/2007 at 05:00pm
User: Chrissy from Portland, OR User Rating:
A simple fast very yummy version of an old fave!
RBeagen
02/07/2007 at 10:29pm
User: Ryan from Baltimore, MD User Rating:
Outstanding! It's idiot proof and delicious. This recepie was a big hit.
Whole family loved it!
02/06/2007 at 01:35am
User: Lisa from Trafford, PA User Rating:
This was a rare meal that both my husband AND both kids loved and ate without complaint. The only thing I changed was that I used a piece of stew meat instead of ground beef, as that was what I had thawed. I just cut it into small chunks and followed the recipe, and then before putting the potatoes on top, I put the meat/veggie mixture into the oven at 350 for about a half hour (covered) so the meat was very tender. Then I added the potatoes and broiled it. It was great!
firehouse
02/04/2007 at 05:48pm
User: Ed from Pittsburgh, PA User Rating:
I had to double the recipe, but it was great, fed 8 hungry firefighters without a problem
different from what I grew up with
02/01/2007 at 11:44am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
not enough veggies and it needs longer in the oven to get hot
fantastic
01/23/2007 at 08:17pm
User: karen from portland, OR User Rating:
My husband and I tried this. We used TIVO to watch the show and made this dish while we watched the show. It was easy, and the results where awesome. This is an excellent dish.
Easy as Pie!
01/21/2007 at 01:57pm
User: Rachel from albrightsville, PA User Rating:
This recipe was very easy to make and very tasty. I substituted fresh broccoli for the peas (not a big fan of peas) and added in some chopped red pepper to add some flavor, it turned out great! This recipe is the perfect winter "comfort food". Enjoy!
Easy
01/20/2007 at 02:13pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy to make. Everybody loves it.
Very Good!
01/17/2007 at 09:17pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was an easy and very tasty recipe. We enjoyed it.
One dish meal
01/11/2007 at 06:19pm
User: Kerri from San Angelo, TX User Rating:
I like to make one dish meals and this is one I enjoy. The first time I made it, I followed the recipe exactly. The next couple times, I just mashed the potatoes and didn't add the broth and other stuff. My husband and I couldn't tell a difference. So I am going to simplify the recipe and just mash the potatoes and put them directly on top.
Family favorite
01/09/2007 at 01:51pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is so easy to make and the kids love it. I often use ground turkey instead of ground beef.
calling all shepherds
01/08/2007 at 01:13am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
delicious, as usual. the ultimate comfort food!
A Family Favorite!
01/07/2007 at 02:02pm
User: Janet from Beckley, WV User Rating:
This recipe is the best! I've made it several times! A+!
excellent
01/05/2007 at 07:44pm
User: julia from Miami, FL User Rating:
I have made this recipe before and everyone liked it. I jsut did it for a reunion and it was great. Thank you Rachel, I watch Rachel ray cooking shows every day!!!!
*****
01/02/2007 at 07:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was so easy and super comforting.
Excellent -- but don't forget to flavor your potatoes!
01/01/2007 at 09:19pm
User: Kelly from Norwalk, CT User Rating:
My fiance and I both love this recipe, but don't be fooled by the 15 minute prep time. Sure, Rachel can pull it off, but chopping an entire onion AND peeling two pounds of potatoes? I don't think so, at least not for us! The mashed potatoes are pretty bland as-is, so I would recommend adding a bit of salt to them during mashing. We also have made this recipe with ground turkey and it's just about as good as with the beef!
About the same
12/31/2006 at 04:21pm
User: Catherine from jacksonville, FL User Rating:
I used her recipe to compare w/ Emerils and subsituted Emerils Lamb meat w/ Racheal's ground beef. It was delicious. My family asked me to make it again within 1 week of just having it.
Awesome
12/15/2006 at 12:43am
User: Jennifer from Wilmington, DE User Rating:
It's the quickest, easiest, and most delicious recipe for Shepherd's Pie I've found. The "homemade" gravy and fresh carrot give it an authentic taste.
Best I've ever had
12/06/2006 at 08:25pm
User: cheryl from bonita springs, FL User Rating:
My husband even liked it! That's saying ALOT!
Needs garlic!
11/30/2006 at 11:14pm
User: Jamie from Newport Beach, CA User Rating:
Easy enough to make, but very bland. Need to add garlic and more seasonings to meat/vegetables. Potatoes are in desperate need of butter ~ and lots of it!
Burst of flavor
11/30/2006 at 07:13pm
User: Kimberly from bayport, NY User Rating:
My husband loved this meal. His exact words were "it's like a burst of flavor in my mouth" I think it was his favorite meal yet.
Kids loved it
11/28/2006 at 02:07pm
User: Ann from Tampa, FL User Rating:
I used premade potatoes (Simply Potatoes) and frozen mixed veggies. I also added nutmeg. Fantastic. All 5 kids and hubby raved!
A hearty meal
11/23/2006 at 02:01am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Good version of a great pub classic.
Just so so
11/20/2006 at 06:53pm
User: Karen from San Mateo, CA User Rating:
It might just be me but we found this to be very bland. I wouldn't make it again.
Excellent!!
11/20/2006 at 10:39am
User: Noelle from Lehigh Acres, FL User Rating:
My family loved this recipe! I have made it several times.
Rich and Delicious
11/13/2006 at 12:34am
User: Amy from Westland, MI User Rating:
I LOVE the potato topping with the egg yolk, cream and sour cream. So rich! My family loves this meal. I use ground turkey most of the time. Thanks for the great, easy recipe. I always have the ingredients on hand, too!
This impressed my Dad!
11/11/2006 at 03:21pm
User: Kristi from Hudsonville, MI User Rating:
My dad is very fussy, when he tried this he looked at my mom and said "you need to get this reciped before we leave"! For me, that said a ton about the recipe.
A GOOD START
11/09/2006 at 09:22pm
User: polly from spokane, WA User Rating:
I agree with another reviewer who basically said halve the potatoes and double the meat/other stuff. The ratio of potatoes to meat was a bit high. Also, I would bump up the herbs/spices/worcestershire, as it was turning out a bit bland as I was cooking and tasting. However, it is a good basis for Shepherd's Pie, and was quick and easy, so I would make it again with adjustments.
over 30 minutes
11/08/2006 at 04:17pm
User: brandi from pasadena, MD User Rating:
It took me over 30 minutes to complete (about a hour), I thought it was a little bland.
Son ate half!
11/08/2006 at 10:13am
User: Lisa from Hartville, OH User Rating:
Great family dinner. My 25 yr. old son came home late and ate 1/2 a recipe in one sitting. I added a 3 oz. can of sliced mushrooms and a tablespoon of tomato paste to the basic recipe.
WE LOVED IT
10/25/2006 at 07:28pm
User: Toni from Hemet, CA User Rating:
The kids and I had fun together making this. Everyone loved it and wanted more =)
Even the kids liked it!
10/22/2006 at 02:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
And they are very picky eaters. I used chicken broth instead of the cream for mashing the potatoes and they turned out great. The meat sauce tasted like something you'd get at a restaurant. Will definitely make again!
Great with ground turkey
10/11/2006 at 06:17pm
User: MICHELLE from Porter Ranch, CA User Rating:
I was looking to use up the leftover mashed potatoes and chicken gravy from the night before...and only had ground turkey on hand. It was delicious! I made her gravy and used my leftovers as well for a really saucey dish - to quote RR "yummo!" Also, had to use canned peas, which worked just fine.
Easy Prep.
10/11/2006 at 02:49pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This recipe puts TASTE back into a classic dish.
Shepards Pie
10/02/2006 at 01:34pm
User: Penni from New Columbia, PA User Rating:
This is really Cottage Pie, but never mind about that...This was a very quick and easy way to put a great dinner on the table. This goes great with a batch of canned "home-baked" biscuits.
Wonderful and easy!
10/02/2006 at 01:04pm
User: sarah from tulsa, OK User Rating:
This was a quick and tasty meal!
30 minute Wonder
09/27/2006 at 04:54pm
User: brittany from huntington beac, CA User Rating:
I loved the Sheperd's Pie. It was simple to make, tasted great, and had lots of veggies to make it healthy.
Good, but not Great!
09/26/2006 at 08:38pm
User: Martin from Weirton, WV User Rating:
First, it takes longer than 30 minutes to prepare. It took me an hour. Second, you will have to add more spices to the meat or it will be bland. I added some garlic. This meal is filling and sticks to the ribs, but I was expecting a little more. I should of known better because after all it's only ground meat and mashed potatoes.
Great taste
09/21/2006 at 11:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was really easy to make. Absolutely delicious.
Shepher's Pie
09/19/2006 at 09:56am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy & whole family loved it.
Easy and Yummy
09/16/2006 at 07:03pm
User: Anne from Woodland Hills, CA User Rating:
This is a pretty quick, easy meal that is both tasty and satisfying.
The Best Shepard's Pie EVER!
09/13/2006 at 02:20pm
User: carole from Lake City, FL User Rating:
I love it when my family request seconds, and say's Mom this is the Best! The only change I made was to add fresh dill to the potatoes.
Quick,easy and Delicious
09/12/2006 at 10:29am
User: Erin from Mc Kean, PA User Rating:
This recipe is sooo easy to make and my kids gobbled it all down. There is plenty of food to feed a family of 4 and then some. Directions are quick and easy and the dish its self is very sastisfying. I recommended it to my friend and her family loved it as well!
yummo....
09/10/2006 at 10:52pm
User: Lori from Flint, TX User Rating:
easy to make and what else do you need really with this ? Got your veggies your meat and potatoes.... One dish meal... it's great.
great comfort food
09/05/2006 at 01:48pm
User: Janet from Metuchen, NJ User Rating:
I was looking for a recipe for ground beef & found this one. I made it in August & I can't wait to try it again when it gets colder. My husband & daughter both really enjoyed it and it was too, too easy to make. Its great for picky eaters, too!
Easy and Good
09/01/2006 at 02:55pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I was looking for something different to do with ground beef and had been looking for an easy shepherd's pie recipe. This one hit the spot. I omitted the peas because I did not have any on hand and I added sharp cheddar cheese to the top of the potatos. I will definitely make this one again adding more veggies to the mix.
Yummy and easy
08/26/2006 at 01:28pm
User: Kelli from Torrance, CA User Rating:
This was a hit with my family.
Love it!
08/23/2006 at 02:08pm
User: Melanie from Houston, TX User Rating:
This is by far the easiest recipe to make when my family is in a hurry. I make it at least once a week and it's a hit every time!
Easy and soooo delicious!!!
08/23/2006 at 10:44am
User: Rayna from Oklahoma City, OK User Rating:
I made this for my husband and my two young boys, one of which is very picky. Needless to say, they gobbled this one up!! It was easy to put together and the potato topping is divine! Delicioso!! Tried the smoky turkey shepherd's pie also, YUMMO!!!
Shepherd's pie
08/23/2006 at 09:26am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this easy meal last night for my family. We all loved it and dicided to make it again. The only thing is it took a little longer in prep then I thought. Other then that it was great.
comfort food in it's finest
08/20/2006 at 08:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was quick, easy and best of all delish! Absolute comfort food. Can't wait to make it again.
Husband Pleaser!!
08/18/2006 at 05:22pm
User: Tina from Sierra Vista, AZ User Rating:
My husband loved this dish. It is very flavorful and creamy and although I served it on a summer night - it will be a true comfort food on a cold winter evening. YUM!!!
Kid pleaser!
08/17/2006 at 08:43pm
User: Yvette from Las Cruces, NM User Rating:
This was super easy, quick and was devoured by my very picky 4-year-old and my 18 month old (not to mention both parents). Highly recommended!
Easy and Good
08/16/2006 at 01:54pm
User: Julee from Sanford, ME User Rating:
Love this recipe. Quick and easy to prepare and the whole family loves to eat it.
quick, easy, and delicious comfort food
08/15/2006 at 07:28pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
great as is, but tastes classically delicious if you melt cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes!
Potatoes and meat
08/10/2006 at 04:42pm
User: Cynthia-FN from San Francisco, CA User Rating:
I made this a long time ago. My husband loved it and still remembers it. He ended up making his own version which is good too. I thought it was alright. Too much meat for me. My husband remembers and loves it, 5 stars. I didn't think it was that great but the technique for making it quick wasn't too bad, making it 4 stars.
Needs more flavor
07/30/2006 at 09:19pm
User: STACY from Yigo, GU User Rating:
This was my first attempt at a shepards pie and I haven't tried again since. It was kinda awkward to make and didn't have as much flavor as I thought it would.
Yum-o
07/26/2006 at 06:37am
User: Andrea from brooklyn, NY User Rating:
So Tasty. I Can't wait to make it again
"45 Minute" Shepherd's Pie
07/25/2006 at 07:34pm
User: Marissa from GLASTONBURY, CT User Rating:
I've tried this twice and it's not possible to complete in 30 minutes if you want to keep the chopped onions from flying around the kitchen, nor break a sweat. BUT, it is worth every minute of preparation! Haven't met anyone who doesn't ask for seconds.
Very Easy and Delicious!
07/22/2006 at 07:58pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love this shepherd's pie recipe as it's very easy to follow and extremely delicious. It takes me 40-50 minutes to make it, but I never rush when making it. I would definately recommend it to people.
Good.......but
07/21/2006 at 10:15am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
after making it the first time I adjusted the recipe to my tastes and it was great. This recipe is a great starting point.
Excellent!
07/19/2006 at 06:11pm
User: Ken from Boise, ID User Rating:
Family loves this one!
Took a little longer than 30 minutes...
07/07/2006 at 01:44pm
User: Katie from Saint Augustine, FL User Rating:
But a very very tasty dish. I actually used instant mashed potatoes on top. Frankly, there was so much going on in this recipe that I couldn't bare the thought of having to deal with mashing potatoes on top of it all. It still tasted great though. The gravy part was the best--what an aroma! I will gladly make this again and again. Everyone I served it to gobbled it up instantly. Great comfort food!
Simple & Yummy
07/05/2006 at 02:33pm
User: DARLENE from Dallas, TX User Rating:
This was spur of the moment..I had ground Lamb & was going to make Lamb Patties w/potatoes & gravy...well I decided to change the menu at the last minute...I told my husband & his response was, "Your spoiling me". I was delicious, we both loved it. Thanks.
So easy to make
06/18/2006 at 05:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a great meal in the winter!!
Pretty easy
06/12/2006 at 06:30pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Always good to have another variation for ground beef. This one is pretty tasty.
real potatoes, real fast!!
06/12/2006 at 02:48pm
User: LYNDA from houston, TX User Rating:
Although I altered the recipe just a bit it is still most definly a keeper! The only thing I did diffent was a meat substitution. Some how I eneded up with too little hamberger meat so I subsituted half the meat with breakfast sausgae (spicy). Talk about adding some flavor. WOW! I don't think we'll ever do the original recipe.
YUM-O
05/10/2006 at 05:53pm
User: Sonya from Scottsdale, AZ User Rating:
My boyfriend wants to me to make this every week. So simple and so good!!!
Delicious but not 30 minutes
05/01/2006 at 09:26am
User: Dorothy from Carrollton, TX User Rating:
This recipe was fantastic - my husband raved over it. But one person doing it by themselves will take longer than the prep time stated in the recipe, unless you're expert at chopping and dicing. But it's well worth the effort. It's also a good recipe to build on - you could add mushrooms or other herbs to your taste because it is a fairly simple recipe.
yum!
04/24/2006 at 09:19am
User: Neeloofar from Somerville, MA User Rating:
I added garlic, but otherwise I thought this was great. I was a bit hesitant not adding any salt to the potatoes, but it came out well. I also would say not to super mash the potatoes, as a little bit of lump (not a ton) gave the food some more texture. I loved gravy recipe that you pour on the meat. Next time, I will add corn too.
kids love it!
04/15/2006 at 11:45pm
User: Mary from Brandon, MS User Rating:
I don't consider myself a good cook at all...so this took me a bit longer than 30 minutes to do..but it was really tasty! The kids love it, too. The recipie wasn't salted enough for my family's taste, but that was easy to remedy at the table. Will definitely make this again.
Shepherd's Pie
04/12/2006 at 02:23am
User: Trishia from Spokane, WA User Rating:
This recipe is awesome!
awesome
03/30/2006 at 11:14am
User: Naty from Aventura, FL User Rating:
Excellent! easy to make and very tasty.
Good Stuff!
03/27/2006 at 11:32pm
User: RONNIE from Seattle, WA User Rating:
I have made this dish countless times, adjusting the veggies based on what I have on hand. I love that it has that slow-cooked taste without nearly the effort (or wait) as a "traditional" pie entails. Love it!
pie
03/26/2006 at 06:20pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
awesome!!!!!!!!!
DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!!
03/25/2006 at 11:33pm
User: Molly from Westport, MA User Rating:
This was amazing!!! I made this tonight for a few friends and my boyfriend..... Shepherds pie is usually something my boyfriend will eat one helping of and then go munch on something else.... but this takes sheps pie to a whole other level.... he had 3 helpings of it!!!!!! My friends and I were just amazed how an old classic favorite can just take a yummy twist... One thing I did try though... is I added garlic salt to the hamburg while mixing the broth mixture... and it just added a little yummie kick to it.... but other than that i stuck to this recipe like white on rice.... which I never do becuase I always like to change it up a bit and take it in my own direction.... but this was DELICIOUS!!! As usual Rachel Ray is the Queen on quick...easy... and mmm mmm good recipes!!!!
So easy and good
03/21/2006 at 07:32pm
User: LYNN from Palm Harbor, FL User Rating:
I made this recipe even easier by using instant potatoes! I used the 4-Cheese type and followed the package directions, then added a few tablespoons of cream cheeseafter they were done. Then I followed the rest of Rachael's recipe. This was very filling and satisfying and yummy.
Wonderfully tasty...
03/20/2006 at 11:41pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
...and easy
simple, tastes good
03/15/2006 at 02:00pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Great when you really want a comfort food fast.
Easy and dee-lish!
03/14/2006 at 10:02am
User: YVETTE from Gilbert, AZ User Rating:
Rachael really made an old Irish recipe very simple and fun to cook. All in 30 minutes. The only modification I made was substituting cubed beef for the ground beef. It was so tasty. I made it for a St. Patty's day dinner party, along with corned beef, cabbage, and potatoes. Everyone at my table was raving about the Shepherd's Pie. My guests went home happy and satisfied. Thanks Rachael!
realy good
03/11/2006 at 06:40pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this is one of my top 5 Favorites. if your ever hungery and you had a bad day this is perfect for you.
Good enough to eat
03/05/2006 at 10:20pm
User: Melanie from Ye lil town, WI User Rating:
I found the filling bland and the gravy didnt turn out to be gravy. It is edible but nothing more!
Wonderful but not in 30 min
03/05/2006 at 06:22pm
User: Jennifer from Germantown, TN User Rating: