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Cajun Shepherd's Pie
A Cajun shepherd's pie with smoky seasoned beef and the trinity under a creamy mashed potato topping.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
25
min
Active Time
60
min
Total Time
6
SERVINGS
Oven
METHOD
Why It Works
Seasoning the beef and trinity with Cajun spice gives the classic a smoky backbone. A mashed potato top bakes into a golden, creamy crust.
Quick Fixes
Filling soupy: simmer it down before topping.
Topping not browning: broil 2 minutes at the end.
Ingredients
Vegetables
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Sauce
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Protein
How to Make It
1
Heat the oven to 400°F.
2
Boil the potatoes 12 to 15 minutes until tender, then drain.
3
Mash with butter, milk, and the 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
4
Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the beef, then add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook 5 minutes.
5
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, and tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
6
Add the broth and peas and carrots and simmer 5 minutes until thickened.
7
Spread the filling in a baking dish and top with the mashed potatoes.
8
Bake 20 minutes until golden, then serve.
Store
Store up to 3 days.
Reheat
Reheat in a 350°F oven until warm through.
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Avo's Tip
Cool the filling slightly before topping so the mashed potatoes sit on top instead of sinking in.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
• Beef or lamb?
Ground beef is classic here; lamb works for a richer, traditional version.
• Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Assemble it, refrigerate, and bake when ready, adding a few minutes.
• Can I use instant mashed potatoes?
Yes, in a pinch, though fresh mashed potatoes brown best.
Cajun Shepherd's Pie
Ingredients
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2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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½ cup milk
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½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning, for the potatoes
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1½ lb ground beef
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1 onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 cup low-sodium beef broth
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1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Instructions
1
Heat the oven to 400°F.
2
Boil the potatoes 12 to 15 minutes until tender, then drain.
3
Mash with butter, milk, and the 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
4
Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the beef, then add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook 5 minutes.
5
Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, and tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
6
Add the broth and peas and carrots and simmer 5 minutes until thickened.
7
Spread the filling in a baking dish and top with the mashed potatoes.
8
Bake 20 minutes until golden, then serve.
25
min
active
60
min
total
6
servings
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