How to Cook Yummy Miniature Shepherd's Pie

Miniature Shepherd's Pie. Every editorial product is independently selected, though we may be compensated or receive an affiliate commission if you buy something through our links. Traditional shepherd's pie gets a mini makeover in this easy muffin tin recipe. You can prepare these pies ahead of time and freeze for a later date—perfect to stash away for busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table fast.

Here's a new way to enjoy a classic comfort food! Your favorite shepherd's pie ingredients are combined, spooned into muffin-pan cups and baked to delicious perfection. Each mini pie is full of flavor and sure to become a weeknight family favorite. You can cook Miniature Shepherd's Pie using 7 ingredients and 6 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Miniature Shepherd's Pie

1. Prepare 1/2 of Sweet Onion.
2. You need 2 lb of Ground Chuck.
3. You need 3 cup of Mashed Potatoes.
4. You need 2 cup of Cooked Corn.
5. Prepare 6 oz of Shredded Cheddar Cheese.
6. You need 12 of Muffin Wrappers.
7. It's 1 of Salt and Pepper to prefered taste.

Mold biscuits to the shape of each muffin cup. Lastly, add frozen peas, thyme & rosemary to sheppard's pie filling. A great recipe from Aaron McCargo on Big Daddys' House. You can sub turkey or even veggie crumbles for the ground beef!

Miniature Shepherd's Pie step by step

1. Finely chop Onion and lightly brown in medium skillet, add Ground Chuck to the browned Onion. Salt and Pepper to taste. Continue to cook until Ground Chuck is done..
2. Prepare Mashed Potatoes, and Corn, set aside..
3. In large muffin tin place muffin wrappers, I double the wrappers for strength..
4. Spoon Ground Chuck Mixture in to muffin wrappers 1/2-1 inch. Place pinch of Shredded Cheddar on top of beef. Spoon Cooked Corn 1/2-1 inch. Place a pinch of Shredded Cheddar on Corn. Spoon Mashed Potatoes on to fill the rest of the Muffin Tin. Add a Southern (BIG) pinch of Shredded Cheddar to the top..
5. Broil on High for 5-7 Minutes or until Cheddar is bubbly..
6. Let cool for 3-5 Minutes before removing from pan.

Kids can help make this dish and have fun doing it! They're mini, they're easy to grab and they're gonna go fast! These Mini Shepherd's Pies are simple, tasty and are beggin' to be added to your to-do list! We cut the dough into even squares, push 'em into muffin cups, fill with beefy goodness and top with ultra creamy mashed potatoes. Place in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water.