Cottage Pie

Directions Print

1. For the mashed potatoes, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the boil in the bag mashed potatoes and simmer until heated through. Remove from the bag, and adjust with butter and cream; mix. Keep hot and reserve for assembly of the cottage pie.
2. For the beef filling, ¼-inch dice the onion and the carrots; set aside.
3. In a sauté pan, add the oil and onion, and sauté over high heat. Add the ground beef and continue to cook. Add the tomato paste and chopped thyme, and season to taste. Add the peas, water, and carrots; mix well and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes on low. Reserve hot to assemble the cottage pie.
4. In an oven-safe pan, fill ¾ of the way with the beef mixture. Add a layer of shredded Cheddar cheese. Pipe the potatoes with a straight tip on top as shown in the photo. Place in an oven at 400°F for 3 to 4 minutes to brown the top; garnish with chopped parsley.