# List of Ingredients:
→ Meat Filling
01 - 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 medium carrots, diced
05 - 1 cup frozen peas (150 g)
06 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 cup beef or vegetable broth (240 ml)
09 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
12 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
→ Cheesy Mashed Potato Topping
13 - 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (900 g)
14 - 2 tablespoons butter
15 - 1/2 cup milk (120 ml)
16 - 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese (75 g), plus extra for topping
17 - Salt and pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Boil the peeled and chunked potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and return them to the pot.
03 - Add butter, milk, and grated cheddar to the potatoes; mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and carrots, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
05 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Incorporate ground beef and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon until browned.
06 - Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, broth, and peas. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
07 - Transfer the meat filling into an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking dish.
08 - Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the meat filling and sprinkle extra grated cheddar on top.
09 - Bake for 20 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling. For additional browning, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end if desired.
10 - Allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
