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Creepy Shepherd’s Pie

Creepy Shepherd’s Pie: A Fun Halloween Comfort Food Twist

Creepy Shepherd’s Pie combines comfort and whimsy, featuring ghostly mashed potatoes atop a hearty filling, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Ghost Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes Starchy varieties work best.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness.
  • 1/2 cup Milk For smooth consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Beef Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, optional.
  • 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute with turkey.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Adds depth.
  • 2 cups Mixed vegetables Frozen are convenient.
  • 1 cup Broth Beef or vegetable.
For the Ghostly Details
  • 10 Peppercorns For eyes.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • piping bag
  • potato masher

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Boil and peel the starchy Russet potatoes. Chop into pieces and place in a pot with cold salted water. Boil until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine hot potatoes with butter, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, add ground beef and cook until browned. Mix in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, vegetables, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread beef filling in a baking dish, smoothing it out.
  5. Pipe dollops of the mashed potatoes on top, creating ghost shapes. Use peppercorns as the eyes.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for dietary preferences; consider using ground turkey or a meat alternative for a lighter version.

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