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Lazy Shepherd’s Pie

Delicious and comforting dinner the entire family will love! I've simplified this classic recipe by taking it down to just a few ingredients.

July 22, 2020 By Lilly

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The Best Quick & Easy Shepherd’s Pie Recipe Made With Ground Beef

If you’re looking for cheap and easy dinner recipes for the family, this ground beef and potato casserole recipe is always a hit! Even your picky eaters will love this simple meal. It’s also loaded with veggies, so consider it healthy enough to serve often.

The idea behind a classic shepherd’s pie is simply to mix ground beef or lamb with a good hearty tomato based sauce and mixed vegetables, top with mashed potatoes in a casserole dish (I also like to sprinkle cheese all over the top, because why not!?), and then bake until the potatoes and cheese are well browned.

Quick, easy and cheap family dinner recipe-- Lazy Shepherd's Pie (great for large families with kids!) Picky eaters love it.

The only issue with a traditional shepherd’s pie is that they usually require 10+ ingredients and a lot of prep. No, thank you! Because my family enjoys this dinner recipe so much, I came up with a way to make it super quick and easy with just 6 simple ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet beef stew seasoning mix
  • 1 (12oz) bag frozen mixed veggies
  • 1 can tomato soup
  • 1+ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup water
  • mashed potatoes (any kind– boxed, homemade, leftover, store-bought, etc.)

Ingredients for quick and easy shepherd's pie recipe.

Step 1In a large pan, simply brown the ground beef and and drain the excess grease. Add the tomato soup, frozen veggies, seasoning and about half a cup of water to the pan; simmer for 5-10 minutes.

How to make the best easy shepherd's pie with ground beef.

Step 2Evenly spread the beef mixture onto the bottom of a greased 9×13 baking dish.

Step 3Spread your mashed potatoes over the top and then sprinkle with 1-2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 4Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 30 minutes or until warmed through and the cheese starts to brown.

Even though this shepherd’s pie is incredibly easy to make, it’s not missing any flavor! I was pleasantly surprised at how good this simple recipe was, in fact, my husband thought it was better than the complicated recipes I’ve made in the past.

Quick & Easy Shepherd's Pie Recipe (made with ground beef)

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Quick & Easy Shepherd's Pie Recipe (Made with Ground Beef)

Are you looking for quick and easy dinner recipes for your picky family? This is the BEST easy Shepherd's Pie recipe made with simple and cheap ingredients! The sauce is made with just a seasoning packet and tomato soup, taking out all of the hassle. Even your picky eaters will love this delicious dinner recipe. It's hearty, comforting, and serves a large family with kids.
Course: Main Course
Keyword: casserole, cheap, easy dinner, family meal, ground beef, make ahead, quick
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1/2 (13oz) box of mashed potatoes (plus the ingredients required to make them on the box-- butter, milk & salt)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 (12oz) bag frozen mixed veggies
  • 1 (10.75oz) can tomato soup
  • 1 (1.5oz) packet of beef stew seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400° F.
  • Prepare the mashed potatoes according to the package directions (about half of a 13 ounce box; more if you like a lot of potatoes or are feeding a large family).
  • Brown the ground beef on medium heat in a large skillet; drain any excess grease.
  • Add the can of tomato soup, frozen mixed veggies, beef stew seasoning mix and 1/2 cup of water to the browned beef; stir and simmer for 5-10 minutes on low heat.
  • Spread the ground beef mixture onto the bottom of a greased 9x13 baking dish, evenly spread the prepared mashed potatoes over top, and then sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake uncovered in the center rack for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese starts to brown.

Notes

  • Any mashed potatoes can be used for this recipe (boxed, homemade, leftover, store-bought, etc.). In fact, the pre-made mashed potatoes you can buy in the deli section of most grocery stores would be even easier. If you're making them from scratch, you will need about 4 large russet potatoes.
  • If your family likes onion, feel free to sauté a chopped onion in your pan before adding the ground beef for additional flavor. 

If you like this recipe, check out this list of 21 Crazy Easy Ground Beef Dinner Ideas! 🙂

Quick and easy family dinner recipe! The BEST Lazy Shepherd's Pie (made with ground beef). This kid friendly meal is perfect for busy moms and dads. Even your picky eaters will devour it! It's made with cheap and simple ingredients and is a family favorite for busy weeknights. Some serious comfort food, but with healthy veggies! If you're looking for ground beef recipes for dinner, this one is a keeper. #thelazydish #easydinner

Looking for easy dinner recipes made with ground beef? This simple meal is perfect for the family! Even your picky eaters will love this healthy and fast dinner idea. Perfect for busy weeknights. It's made with cheap ingredients including ground beef, mixed frozen veggies (carrots, corn, green beans, peas), mashed potatoes, cheese, soup and beef stew seasoning. Kids and adults love this easy casserole. Serve it alone or with salad. Yum! It's serves a large family and is just as good leftover. Looking for quick and easy family dinner recipes? Check out this simple casserole dish: The BEST Lazy Shepherd's Pie (made with ground beef). This kid friendly dinner idea is perfect for busy moms and dads. Even your picky eaters and husband will devour it! It's made with few ingredients and is a family favorite for busy weeknights. The best comfort food, but loaded with healthy veggies! If you're looking for cheap ground beef recipes for dinner, this easy layered casserole is great for large families with kids. #thelazydish #easydinner #groundbeefThis quick and easy casserole dish is so simple to make with just a few ingredients including ground beef, frozen mixed veggies, tomato soup, cheese, beef stew seasoning and mashed potatoes. Your entire family will love this easy weeknight meal (including the picky kids!). It's just as good leftover the next day, too. A fabulous budget friendly dinner recipe to add to your weekly rotation and meal plan. Great for a large family of 6-8 people on lazy days! #easydinners #groundbeef #thelazydish

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