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Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Egg-Free Shepherd’s Pie

A comforting gluten-free shepherd’s pie made with savoury lamb mince, vegetables, and a rich gravy, topped with smooth dairy-free mashed potato. Hearty, warming, and perfect for an easy family dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Portions
Course: dinner
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 500 g lamb mince
  • 1 tbsp tomato purée
  • 1 tbsp gluten-free plain flour
  • 300 ml gluten-free lamb or beef stock
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce use a gluten-free version if needed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the topping
  • 800 g potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 50 ml dairy-free milk
  • 25 g dairy-free butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan and gently soften the onion, carrots, and garlic.
  2. Add the lamb mince and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  3. Stir in the tomato purée and gluten-free plain flour.
  4. Pour in the stock and add the thyme and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Stir well and simmer for 20 minutes, until the filling has thickened.
  6. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in a pan of salted water until tender, then drain well.
  7. Mash the potatoes with the dairy-free milk and dairy-free butter until smooth. Season to taste.
  8. Spoon the lamb filling into an ovenproof dish and spread the mashed potato over the top.
  9. Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the filling is bubbling.

Notes

  • Check that your stock and Worcestershire sauce are suitable for your dietary needs.
  • Rough up the mash with a fork before baking if you want a crisper top.
  • Serve with peas or green vegetables if liked.
Disclaimer 
Allergy Community reminder: Always double-check ingredient labels before preparing food, as manufacturers can change recipes at any time. Use suitable substitutes to match your individual allergy or dietary needs.