Scottish Style Shepherd's Pie I Made It Ii

Scottish Style Shepherd's Pie

DIZ3 5 years ago
Recipe: Scottish Style Shepherds Pie
By: Don In Spain
Date: January 13, 2019

***January 2019 Group Recipe Casserole Challenge***

My sister gave me a package of ground lamb and my first thought was that I had to make Shepherd’s Pie. I’ve never really cared for it, but have total faith in Don’s recipes. Once again, this one did not disappoint. It has amazing flavor!

When making Don’s recipes, I’ve always followed his instructions to the letter. He always gives precise, clear instructions that yield perfect result. With this recipe, I strayed from the directions due to my uneasiness when it comes to the taste of lamb. I browned the meat first and drained off all the fat. Then made the recipe according to the directions with a few tweaks here and there. I omitted the flour and used 1/4 tsp dried thyme instead of fresh. After simmering an hour, I had a thick meat sauce. I thought 2 1/2 lbs of potatoes seemed like a lot for 4 servings. I made my own buttery mash using 1 lb potatoes, 1/4 c. butter, 2 Tbsp. heavy cream, and S&P. Fantastic recipe and one that I will definitely make again.
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mommyluvs2cook 5 years ago said:

Love the pic. DIZ!! I would totally make this with ground beef, mainly just because lamb is a little out of my comfort zone and not sure if my family would like it. Glad it turned out so well for you, bookmarked :)

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chuckieb 5 years ago said:

I never tried lamb until I was probably in my `40`s, maybe `50`s! It just wasn`t something my family ever had. However, I quite like it. Did you omit the flour because of a gluten thing DIZ?, as I`d think that would help thicken the sauce/gravy. Did you use bacon or pancetta? Did you use the leek? Lovely photo! I just made Shepherd`s Pie for the first time a couple of months ago and was so pleased with the result! A good hearty winter meal.

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DIZ3 5 years ago said:

Thank you, Mommyluvs2cook! This would be good with beef. We are eating more lamb these days thanks to my sister. They butcher one every year. So far, I haven't had any with a strong taste. I'm still cautious because I know there is the possibility. That's why I drained the fat. If it is going to have a strong taste, that's where it will come from.

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DIZ3 5 years ago said:

Thank you, Chuckieb! I used bacon and a leek. I love leeks! I did leave out the flour because of my grain issue. However, it didn't need the flour. I think that is because I cooked the meat first and drained off all of the fat. I must have drained off 1/3 to 1/2c of fat! After simmering for an hour, all of the broth and juice from the tomatoes evaporated out. The filling had the consistency of taco meat.

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eastcoaster 5 years ago said:

DIZ, that is a lovely photo, the colors are amazing. I make Shepherds pie but not with lamb. It is great leftover also...

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LindaLMT 5 years ago said:

Great picture DIZ!! I too like Don's recipes and follow them pretty close and am not disappointed when I do. Quality ground lamb is great, taste almost like ground beef. I think lamb gets it bad reputation from leg of lamb which tends to be strong and from a mature animal. I still prefer beef.

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Cosmicmother 5 years ago said:

Gorgeous photo Diz, looks scrumptious! :)
Don has some great recipes and I've never been disappointed by any of them, they're always exceptional! I love all the flavors in this, leek, bay leaf, thyme, Worcestershire etc...sounds very flavorful and delicious!

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DIZ3 5 years ago said:

Thank you, Manella, LindaLMT, and Cosmicmother!

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