Herbed Beef and Potato Cottage Pie

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until tender.

2. 2

   While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the onion, carrot, and garlic.

3. 3

   In a large skillet or frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

4. 4

   Add the beef mince to the pan. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned all over.

5. 5

   Stir in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

6. 6

   Pour in the beef stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the mixture to thicken slightly. Remove from heat.

7. 7

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

8. 8

   Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them until smooth. Add a little butter or milk if desired (optional, not included in ingredients).

9. 9

   Spoon the beef mixture into a baking dish and spread it out evenly. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them to cover the beef completely.

10. 10

    Use a fork to create ridges on the surface of the potatoes for a crispy finish.

11. 11

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Herbed Beef and Potato Cottage Pie!