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Gordon Ramsay Cottage Pie

Gordon Ramsay Cottage Pie

Gordon Ramsay Cottage Pie is a true comfort food classic that brings warmth and satisfaction to any dinner table. This hearty dish features a rich ground beef filling simmered with aromatic vegetables and herbs, all topped with a fluffy layer of creamy mashed potatoes. Baked to perfection with a golden crust, it’s an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its deep flavors and satisfying texture, this cottage pie promises to be a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 750 grams ground beef
  • 40 grams all-purpose flour
  • 55 grams tomato paste
  • 500 millilitres beef stock
  • 125 millilitres red apple vinegar (or substitute with additional stock and a splash of balsamic vinegar)
  • 1 beef bouillon cube
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 3 sprigs fresh thyme)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1.2 kilograms potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 165 millilitres warm milk
  • 30 grams butter
  • 20 grams grated parmesan cheese
  • 30 grams butter

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic, carrot, and celery until softened.
  2. Increase heat to medium-high and brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Stir in flour and tomato paste. Add red apple vinegar, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, bouillon cube, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until thickened.
  4. Boil peeled and cubed potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with warm milk, butter, and salt until smooth.
  5. Spoon the beef filling into a baking dish and top evenly with mashed potatoes. Dot with butter and sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
  6. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes until golden brown; broil for an extra 2–3 minutes if desired.
  7. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the pie (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize your filling by adding peas or corn for extra flavor and texture. For those seeking a lighter version, consider using lean ground turkey instead of beef.

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