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Spooky Shepherd’s Pie

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Elevate your Halloween festivities with Spooky Shepherd’s Pie, a playful twist on a classic comfort dish. This hearty recipe features flavorful ground beef or lamb nestled under a creamy layer of mashed potatoes, adorned with fun decorations that are sure to delight both kids and adults. With its eerie “eyeballs” made from black olives and “blood” created from ketchup, this dish not only feeds the stomach but also sparks creativity at the dinner table. Easy to prepare and customizable to fit various tastes, Spooky Shepherd’s Pie is perfect for autumn gatherings or any cozy family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup carrots (diced)
  • 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp soy sauce or balsamic vinegar (instead of Worcestershire sauce)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 large potatoes (peeled and chopped)
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Black olives (for ‘eyeballs’)
  • Ketchup or sriracha (for ‘blood’)
  • Shredded cheese (for ‘cobwebs’)

Instructions

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
  3. 3. Stir in ground beef or lamb, cooking until browned.
  4. 4. Add diced carrots, peas, tomato paste, beef broth, soy sauce or balsamic vinegar, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  5. 5. Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  6. 6. Drain potatoes and return them to the pot.
  7. 7. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper; mash until smooth.
  8. 8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  9. 9. Spread the meat filling evenly in a baking dish.
  10. 10. Layer mashed potatoes over the filling; create peaks with a fork for texture.
  11. 11. Place black olives in random spots on top as ‘eyeballs.’
  12. 12. Drizzle ketchup or sriracha artistically for ‘blood.’
  13. 13. Sprinkle shredded cheese over everything for an added spooky touch.
  14. 14. Bake in preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
  15. 15. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

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