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Traditional Irish Potato Pie

A classic Irish comfort food with creamy mashed potato topping over savory beef filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner
Cuisine: European, Irish
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Potato Topping
  • 2 lbs potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup milk adjust for creaminess
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish
Beef Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Potato masher
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil peeled and cubed potatoes in salted water until tender, 15–20 minutes.
  3. Mash potatoes with butter and milk until creamy; season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  5. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
  6. Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer 5 minutes.
  7. Spread beef filling in a baking dish; top with mashed potatoes and create peaks.
  8. Bake 20–25 minutes until potato topping is golden and edges bubble.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

This recipe can be customized with cheese or vegetarian alternatives.