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Mary Berry Cottage Pie Recipe

Mary Berry Cottage Pie Recipe

Cottage pie is a classic comfort food that has been warming hearts and homes for generations.
One of the most beloved versions of this dish comes from none other than Mary Berry, the renowned British cook, author, and television personality.
With her unique flair and talent for creating mouth-watering recipes, Mary Berry's cottage pie stands out as an exceptional take on this traditional favorite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Equipment
  • 1 Large pan
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 Separate bowl
  • 1 shallow ovenproof dish.
Ingredients
  
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 900 g beef mince 2lb
  • 2 onions chopped
  • 4 sticks celery diced
  • 50 g plain flour 1¾oz
  • 250 ml beef stock 9fl oz
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • 250 g brown chestnut mushrooms 9oz
  • Tomato puree or tomato paste
  • Floury potatoes for potato topping
  • Butter and milk for potato topping
  • Cheese optional for potato topping
Instructions
 
  • Preparation: Begin by preparing your ingredients: chop the onions, dice the celery, and slice the mushrooms.
    Wash and peel the floury potatoes, and set aside for the potato topping.
    Cook the beef: In a large pan, heat the tbsp of oil over medium heat.
    Add the beef mince, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
    Cook until the meat is browned and the liquid released by the meat has evaporated.
  • Add the veggies: Add the chopped onions and diced celery to the pan with the cooked meat.
    Stir and cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables soften.
    Mix the flour and beef stock: In a separate bowl or jug, mix the plain flour with beef stock to make a thick, smooth paste.
    This will help thicken the sauce for your comforting dish.
  • Create the sauce: Pour the flour and beef stock mixture into the pan with the cooked meat and veggies.
    Add a few splashes of Worcestershire sauce, according to your taste, and stir in the tomato puree or tomato paste.
    Add the mushrooms: Add the sliced brown chestnut mushrooms to the pan, stirring them into the beef mixture.
    Cook for an additional 10 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
  • Preheat the oven: While the beef mixture is cooking, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
    Prepare the potato topping: Boil the floury potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and return them to the pan.
    Mash the potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and lump-free.
    If desired, stir in cheese until it melts.
    Assemble the cottage pie: Spoon the cooked beef mixture into a shallow ovenproof dish.
    Spread the mashed potato topping evenly over the beef, smoothing it out with the back of a spoon or a fork for a decorative finish. 
  • Bake: Place the prepared cottage pie in the preheated oven and bake for around 30-40 minutes, or until the potato topping is golden brown and the beef mixture is bubbling.
    Once your Mary Berry Cottage Pie is cooked, enjoy this comforting dish as part of a cozy meal with family and friends.
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