Gordon Ramsay's Cottage Pie Recipe
If you want a warm, comforting meal, this Gordon Ramsay’s Cottage Pie Recipe is perfect. It is creamy, hearty and full of flavor.
Ingredients
For the beef filling:
- 500 g minced beef
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup beef stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the mashed potato topping:
- 700 g potatoes peeled and chopped
- 50 g butter
- 100 ml milk
- Salt to taste
For garnish:
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Prepare Potatoes
- Peel and chop potatoes. Place them in boiling water. Cook until soft, about 15 minutes.
Mash the Potatoes
- Drain potatoes. Add butter and milk. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt.
Heat Oil in Pan
- Add olive oil to a frying pan. Heat on medium until shimmering.
Cook Onions and Garlic
- Add onions and garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Add Carrots
- Stir in diced carrots. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
Cook Beef
- Add minced beef. Break it with a spoon. Cook until browned evenly.
Add Tomato Paste and Worcestershire
- Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
Add Stock and Thyme
- Pour in beef stock and add thyme leaves. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until thickened.
Season the Filling
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Preheat Oven
- Set oven to 200°C (400°F).
Assemble the Pie
- Transfer beef mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly on top.
Create Texture
- Use a fork to make small ridges on mashed potato. This makes a golden crust.
Bake the Pie
- Place in the oven. Bake 20–25 minutes until top is golden and slightly crisp.
Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top. Serve hot with steamed vegetables or salad.
Notes
- Use a mix of beef and lamb for richer flavor.
- Add frozen peas to the filling for extra veggies.
- Sprinkle grated cheddar on top before baking for cheesy topping.
- Use cream in mashed potatoes for extra richness.
- Make individual pies in ramekins for personal servings.