Shepherd’s Pie Potato Skins

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Shepherd’s Pie Potato Skins
Dive into the cozy world of comfort food with a creative spin on Shepherd's Pie Potato Skins. This recipe combines the rich, meaty filling of shepherd's pie and encases it in crispy potato skins, topped with a dollop of creamy mashed potatoes. It's the perfect fusion of flavors and textures, making these potato skins an irresistible addition to any meal or party platter.

Ingredients

For the Potato Skins:

  • 6 large russet potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • Salt and pepper

For the Filling:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup frozen peas and/or corn
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potato Skins: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Bake the potatoes until cooked, about 45 minutes. Scoop out the flesh of halved, baked potatoes to create skins, and set aside to make the mashed potatoes. Brush the skins with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake until crisp.

  2. Mash the Potato: Mash the reserved potato with butter and milk. Set aside.

  3. Cook the Filling: Sauté ground meat, onion, carrots, and garlic until meat is browned. Stir in peas and/or corn, tomato paste, broth, and Worcestershire sauce, simmering until thickened.

  4. Assemble and Bake: Spoon the meat mixture into each potato skin, top with mashed potatoes, and bake until the tops are golden.

  5. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these innovative Shepherd's Pie Potato Skins as a delightful snack or appetizer that packs all the flavors of the classic dish in a single bite.

A Delicious Twist on a Classic

Embrace the warmth and comfort of Shepherd’s Pie in a new and exciting way with these Shepherd’s Pie Potato Skins. Perfect for any occasion, they merge the familiarity of shepherd’s pie with the crowd-pleasing appeal of potato skins. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering, a family dinner, or simply craving a satisfying snack, these potato skins are guaranteed to leave everyone asking for more.

Serving Suggestions and Personal Touches

For a delightful serving suggestion, pair these potato skins with a side of sour cream or a light, crisp salad to balance their richness. Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping the meat for a vegetarian alternative like lentils or mushrooms for a plant-based version.

A Bite of History

Shepherd’s Pie, with its origins in the United Kingdom, is a dish born from the need to repurpose leftovers in a flavorful way. This rendition pays homage to that tradition of thriftiness and creativity, reimagining the dish in a form that’s both novel and deeply rooted in culinary history. Enjoy the journey of taste and tradition with every bite of these Shepherd’s Pie Potato Skins.

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving Size: 1 potato skin
  • Servings Per Recipe: 12
  • Calories: 280

% Daily Value

  • Total Fat: 14gg (18% DV)
  • Saturated Fat: 6gg (30% DV)
  • Cholesterol: 45mgmg (15% DV)
  • Sodium: 220mgmg (10% DV)
  • Total Carbohydrates: 26gg (9% DV)
  • Dietary Fiber: 3gg (11% DV)
  • Total Sugars: 2gg
  • Protein: 15gg

Note: The “% Daily Value” (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Recipe analyzed by verywell.