A classic comfort food made with savory beef, tender vegetables, and a rich gravy, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked until beautifully golden. This slow cooker version is easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 6–7 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High)
Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: About 7½ hours
Servings: 6
Ingredients
For the Beef Filling
- 500 g (1 lb) beef mince (ground beef)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tablespoons tomato purée (tomato paste)
- 1 beef stock cube
- 300 ml (1¼ cups) hot water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Mashed Potato Topping
- 900 g (2 lb) potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 50 g (¼ cup) butter
- 100 ml (⅓–½ cup) milk
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
