Carisma Cottage Pie

Method

STEP 1

Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

STEP 2

Heat olive oil in a large, non-stick casserole dish. Add bacon and cook until golden and crispy.

STEP 3

Add onion, carrot, celery and garlic and cook for a few minutes until soft.

STEP 4

Add beef mince, breaking up with a spoon and cook for several minutes until browned.

STEP 5

Add tomato paste, red wine, thyme, black pepper and peas. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for several minutes until the liquid has slightly reduced.

STEP 6

Add the flour, beef stock and bay leaf. Simmer for approximately 10 minutes or until liquid thickens slightly. Turn off heat and set aside, covered.

STEP 7

For the potatoes – boil in a large saucepan until soft. Drain and return to the sauce pan. Add milk and mash until smooth and lump free.

STEP 8

In an oven-proof baking dish, add meat mixture and spread evenly. Top with mashed potato and spread evenly over the meat mixture. Top with grated cheese.

STEP 9

Place in a pre-heated oven and cook for approximately 30 minutes or until the top is a golden colour.

Nutritional information (per serve)

Ingredients