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Savory meat pie served with mashed potatoes and vegetables on a white dish.

Air Fryer Cottage PIe

Diana
The air fryer is a nice way to cook a comforting cottage pie—it uses less energy and doesn't heat up the kitchen.
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Servings 4 servings
Calories 485
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Course Air Fryer, Ground Beef
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Other Time5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Filling:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup peas and carrots, frozen , thawed

For the Topping:

  • 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes
  • 4 ounces Gruyere cheese, shredded (or to taste)
  • Paprika, optional
  • Fresh chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

  • Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef undisturbed for about 4 minutes or until well browned on one side. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion and cook, breaking the meat up, for 3 to 5 minutes or until the beef is browned and the onions are translucent. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the beef mixture from the skillet and set aside.
    Crumbled cooked ground beef in a white bowl.
  • Prepare the Sauce and Vegetables: Leave about 1 tablespoon of beef fat in the skillet. Add the butter and let it melt, then stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, whisking constantly. Slowly pour in the beef stock, whisking until smooth. Stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a simmer. Stir in the thawed peas and carrots. Cover and let simmer for 4 minutes. Return the beef, onion, and garlic mixture to the skillet and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.
    Minced ground beef with green peas and diced carrots in a white bowl.
  • Assemble: Transfer the mixture to a 7-by-2-inch or 7-by-3-inch round baking pan. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese and sprinkle with a bit of paprika if desired.
    Creamy mashed potatoes in a small bowl.
  • Air Fry: Place the dish in an air fryer and cook at 375 F (190 C)  for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the top is lightly browned.
    Creamy baked mac and cheese in a white ramekin on a rustic surface.
  • Serve: Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or chopped parsley.
    Creamy beef pot pie served with bread on a white platter.

Notes

If you prefer to use the oven instead of an air fryer:
 
  1. Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C).
  2. Assemble the shepherd’s pie as instructed in an oven-safe dish.
  3. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the filling is heated through.
  4. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 31gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 490mgPotassium: 590mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3742IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 329mgIron: 3mg
Keyword air fryer, cottage pie, ground beef, mashed potatoes
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