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Vegetable Shepherds Pie

Name: Vegetable Shepherds Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: 3 Lbs Potatoes; 3 Lbs Small Potatoes; 1/2 cup Salted Butter; 1 oz Mushrooms; 3/4 cup Brown Lentils; 6 cloves Garlic; 1 tsp Kosher Salt; 3 cups Onion; 2 tbsp Tomato Puree; Bay Leaves; Olive Oil; 2 cups Dry White Wine; 8 cups Vegetable Stock; 2 tbsp Cornstarch; 2 tsp Soy Sauce; 2 sprigs Rosemary; Parsley; Sage; Chives

Vegetable Shepherds Pie is a classic Irish dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Potatoes, Small Potatoes, Salted Butter, Mushrooms, Brown Lentils, Garlic, Kosher Salt, Onion, Tomato Puree, Bay Leaves, Dry White Wine, Vegetable Stock, Cornstarch, Soy Sauce, Rosemary, Parsley, Sage and Chives, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Irish cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Corned Beef And Cabbage.

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Ingredients

Potatoes3 Lbs
Small Potatoes3 Lbs
Salted Butter1/2 cup
Mushrooms1 oz
Brown Lentils3/4 cup
Garlic6 cloves
Kosher Salt1 tsp
Onion3 cups
Tomato Puree2 tbsp
Bay Leaves
Olive Oil
Dry White Wine2 cups
Vegetable Stock8 cups
Cornstarch2 tbsp
Soy Sauce2 tsp
Rosemary2 sprigs
Parsley
Sage
Chives

Step-by-Step Instructions

46 steps

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Step 1

Add Ingredients:

Step 2

12 cups chopped mixed vegetables

Step 3

1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms

Step 4

1 cup pearl onions

Step 5

TOPPING:

Step 6🔥 Preheat

Preheat oven to 450°.

Step 7🥧 Bake⏱️ 45 minutes

Bake potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet until tender, about 45 minutes.

Step 8

Let cool slightly, then peel.

Step 9

Press potatoes through a ricer, food mill, or colander into a large bowl.

Step 10🥄 Mix

Add butter; stir until well blended.

Step 11🥄 Mix

Stir in milk.

Step 12

Season to taste with salt.

Step 13

FILLING:

Step 14

Soak dried porcini in 3 cups hot water; set aside.

Step 15

Combine lentils, 1 garlic clove, 1 tsp. salt, and 4 cups water in a medium saucepan.

Step 16♨️ Boil⏱️ 20 minutes

Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender but not mushy, 15–20 minutes.

Step 17

Drain lentils and discard garlic.

Step 18

Heat 3 Tbsp. oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat.

Step 19⏱️ 12 minutes

Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 12 minutes.

Step 20⏱️ 1 minute

Add chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Step 21🥄 Mix

Stir in tomato paste.

Step 22⏱️ 3 minutes

Cook, stirring constantly, until tomato paste is caramelized, 2–3 minutes.

Step 23🥄 Mix

Add bay leaves and wine; stir, scraping up any browned bits.

Step 24🥄 Mix

Stir in porcini, slowly pouring porcini soaking liquid into pan but leaving any sediment behind.

Step 25🍲 Simmer⏱️ 10 minutes

Bring to a simmer and cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes.

Step 26🥄 Mix⏱️ 45 minutes

Stir in broth and cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half, about 45 minutes.

Step 27♨️ Boil

Strain mixture into a large saucepan and bring to a boil; discard solids in strainer.

Step 28🥄 Mix

Stir cornstarch and 2 Tbsp. water in a small bowl to dissolve.

Step 29🍲 Simmer⏱️ 5 minutes

Add cornstarch mixture; simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 30🥄 Mix

Whisk in miso.

Step 31

Season sauce with salt and pepper.

Step 32

Set aside.

Step 33🔥 Preheat

Preheat oven to 450°.

Step 34

Toss vegetables and pearl onions with remaining 2 Tbsp. oil, 5 garlic cloves, and rosemary sprigs in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.

Step 35

Divide between 2 rimmed baking sheets.

Step 36🥧 Bake⏱️ 25 minutes

Roast, stirring once, until tender, 20–25 minutes.

Step 37🥄 Mix

Transfer garlic cloves to a small bowl; mash well with a fork and stir into sauce.

Step 38

Discard rosemary.

Step 39

DO AHEAD: Lentils, sauce, and vegetables can be made 1 day ahead.

Step 40

Cover separately; chill.

Step 41

Arrange lentils in an even layer in a 3-qt. baking dish; set dish on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet.

Step 42

Toss roasted vegetables with fresh mushrooms and chopped herbs; layer on top of lentils.

Step 43

Pour sauce over vegetables.

Step 44

Spoon potato mixture evenly over.

Step 45🥧 Bake⏱️ 30 minutes

Bake until browned and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Step 46⏱️ 15 minutes

Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Vegetable Shepherds Pie carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown potatoes in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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