Baby Cottage Pie

Ingredients

• 200 g ground beef
• 3 medium potatoes, cubed
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup low-sodium beef stock
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Splash of whole milk

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and cube 3 medium potatoes. Boil in unsalted water for 15 minutes until very tender. Drain and mash with 1 tbsp butter and a splash of whole milk until smooth.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan. Add 200g ground beef and cook until browned. Add 1 diced carrot and 1/2 cup frozen peas.

3. 3

   Add 1/2 cup no-salt beef stock and a tiny splash of Worcestershire sauce (optional). Stir and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce is thick and the carrot is tender.

4. 4

   Transfer the beef mixture to a small oven-safe dish. Spread the mashed potato evenly on top, smoothing with a fork.

5. 5

   Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes until the potato top is lightly golden. Cool before serving.