Mary Berry Cottage Pie

This Mary Berry Cottage Pie Recipe is a delightful dish made with beef mince, onions, celery, red wine, and more. This recipe takes approximately 2 hours to prepare and serves 6 people.

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💗 Why You’ll Be Glad You Tried This Recipe

• Rich and Savory. Beef mince, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce make a rich, savory dish that will satisfy your taste senses.
• Comforting and Filling. The rich beef filling and creamy potato topping make this cottage pie comfort food. This filling dinner will keep you warm.
• Versatile and Customizable. You may simply adapt this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs. This meal is adaptable and offers culinary creativity.
• Crowd-Pleasing. This cottage pie is a hit at family dinners and dinner parties. For all occasions, its wonderful flavors and cozy character make it a hit.

❓ What Is Mary Berry Cottage Pie Recipe?

Mary Berry Cottage Pie is a traditional British dish made with beef mince, onions, celery, red wine, and a creamy potato topping. It’s known for its rich flavors, comforting texture, and economical use of leftover meat. A beloved classic in British cuisine

📜 Mary Berry Cottage Pie Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. oil
• 900g/2lb beef mince
• 2 onions, chopped
• 4 sticks celery, diced
• 50g/1¾oz plain flour
• 250 ml/9 fl oz. red wine
• 300ml/½ pint beef stock
• 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tbsp. light muscovado sugar
• 1 tbsp. chopped thyme
• 250g/9oz small brown chestnut mushrooms, sliced
• dash of gravy browning (optional)
• salt and pepper
• 1.5kg/3lb 5oz King Edward potatoes, peeled and sliced into 4mm slices
• 150 ml/5 fl oz double cream
• 100g/3oz strong cheddar, grated

👩‍🍳 Instructions For Mary Berry Cottage Pie

1. Add beef to heated frying pan oil. Stir until golden brown on high. With a slotted spoon, take the mince from the pan and put it aside. Fry onions and celery until softened. Return the beef to the pan.
2. Whisk the flour and wine in a bowl to produce a smooth paste, then add the stock, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and thyme to the pan. After boiling until thickened, add mushrooms and gravy to brown if desired. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Lid and simmer for 45 minutes to tenderize the mince. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
3. Cook potato slices in boiling salted water for 4-5 minutes to soften. Gently drain into a sieve and cool. Too-hard potatoes are waxy and run milk off.
4. Put cooked meat in a 2.4-liter/4-pint ovenproof shallow dish. Heat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas 7 (200C fan).
5. Place the blanched potato on the mince and pour half the cream over it. Season the remaining potato and pile it on top. Add the remaining cream and cheese.
6. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbling.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Before adding other ingredients to improve the taste, make sure the beef mince is properly browned.
• The topping should be made of King Edward potatoes, which cook up soft and creamy.
• Worcestershire sauce can be very strong, so be careful when you use it. Start with a small bit and add more if you like.
• If the center is too thin, add some flour to make it thicker. But be careful not to add too much flour, because it can make the dish heavy.
• You could add a little extra taste to the potato topping by grating some nutmeg or rolling up some dried herbs.

🥗 What To Serve With Cottage Pie?

Mary Berry Cottage Pie pairs well with a variety of side dishes. Some popular options include steamed vegetables, a fresh green salad, crusty bread, or buttered peas.

🎚 How To Store Cottage Pie?

• In the fridge. The Traditional Mary Berry Cottage Pie can be kept in the fridge for up to three days in a container without air.
• In the freezer. You can freeze the pie for up to three months after putting it together but before baking it.

🥵 How To Reheat Cottage Pie?

• In the oven. Heat the oven to 180°C (350°F). To avoid drying, place the pie in an oven-safe dish with foil. Bake until hot, 25–30 minutes.
• In the microwave. Place pie slices on microwave-safe plates. Cover with microwave-safe wrap or a lid. After 2-3 minutes on medium power, check the temperature and heat in short intervals if needed.
• On the stovetop Slice the pie and set each piece in a non-stick pan. Over low to medium heat, whisk occasionally, and cook through. This procedure may take longer but it preserves pie texture.

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Mary Berry Cottage Pie Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 25grams
• Fat: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams
• Sugar: 5 grams
• Sodium: 500 milligrams

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