createaplatewithdina This delicious COTTAGE PIE is basically the beef version of shepherd’s pie. It’s made with a rich and flavorful ground beef filling, tender veggies, and topped with creamy mashed potatoes and a golden cheesy crust. Such a cozy and delicious dinner that’s perfect for any night of the week. Save this easy cottage pie recipe for later! Ingredients Beef filling • 2 lbs ground beef (85/15) • 2 medium carrots, diced • 3 celery ribs, diced • 1 medium onion, diced • 4 garlic cloves, minced • 2 tbsp tomato paste • 2 tbsp flour • 1 tsp dry thyme • 1 tsp dry oregano • 1½ tsp salt • ½ tsp black pepper • 2 bay leaves • 2½ cups water + 2 tsp Better Than Bouillon beef base (or 2½ cups beef broth) • 1 cup frozen peas • 1 tbsp parsley Mashed potatoes • 2½ lbs potatoes, peeled • 6 tbsp butter • ½ cup heavy cream • ¾ cup shredded Dubliner cheese • salt to taste Top • ½ cup shredded Dubliner cheese • chopped chives (for garnish) Instructions 1. Brown the ground beef in a large ...