Mini Shepherd's Pies (Print Version)
Mini Shepherd's Pies are small-sized delights made with layers of creamy potatoes, rich beef filling, vegetables, and a golden pie crust. Great anytime snack!
# Ingredients:
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Two store-bought 9-inch pie crusts.
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One pound of ground beef.
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A quarter cup of diced yellow onion.
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Half a teaspoon of minced garlic.
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One cup of mixed frozen veggies.
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One beef bouillon cube, crushed.
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One tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
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A teaspoon of tomato paste, if you'd like.
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Pepper, add as much as you need.
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Half a cup of shredded cheddar.
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Two cups of mashed potatoes, homemade or instant.
# Directions:
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Whip up mashed potatoes. Once done, leave them to cool off for a bit.
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In a pan over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Toss out any grease and keep it aside.
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Use the same pan to soften the diced onion and minced garlic until they're see-through.
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Pour in the frozen veggies, crumble in the bouillon cube, and cook until the vegetables feel soft.
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Bring the beef back into the pan. Add Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and tomato paste if using. Let it all cook for 15 minutes over medium heat.
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Set your oven to 350°F so it heats up.
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Flatten the pie crusts to about 12 inches across. Cut each crust into six smaller, 4-inch circles.
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Gently press the cut-out crusts into a muffin tin to shape them into cups. Let them bake for 7-10 minutes until just golden, then pull them out and let them cool.
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Spoon the beef mixture into each crust, sprinkle some cheddar on top, and cover with mashed potatoes. Use a fork to give the potatoes a nice texture on top.
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Put the muffin tin back in the oven at 350°F for around 30 minutes or until the potatoes have golden tips and the crust is crisp.
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Optional: Turn the broiler on to 450°F and broil for 5 minutes to make the potato tops extra crispy.
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Give the pies 10 minutes to cool down. Loosen them gently with a knife so you can lift them out. They're best served warm.
# Notes:
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These little savory pies twist the classic shepherd's pie into individual portions, with a flaky crust, hearty beef, colorful veggies, creamy mashed potatoes, and a pinch of cheddar.
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They're easy to serve and work perfectly for a cozy family dinner, a party, or even prepped meals for the week.