Beef Cottage Pie Recipe

Scoop the cooked aromatics into a clean dish and set aside. In the same skillet, add the 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's fully browned.

Once browned, carefully tilt the skillet and use a large spoon to discard any excess fat or grease.

Pour the ground beef and vegetable mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Spoon the 3 cups mashed potatoes over the beef mixture, then carefully spread them out to create a smooth, even topping.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and the potato topping is heated through.

For a golden crust, switch your oven to broiler mode and broil for a few minutes, watching carefully, until the top turns an even golden brown.