Classic Shepherd's Pie

Method

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large pan, cook onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
3. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
4. Stir in beef, then add beef broth, tomato paste, and flour.
5. Simmer for 20 minutes.
6. In a separate pot, cook potatoes until tender.
7. Mash potatoes with butter and milk.
8. Transfer meat mixture to a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
10. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.