Scalloped Potato Cottage Pie

Step 1: Prepare the Meat Filling

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a casserole dish with butter.
In a skillet, brown the ground beef or lamb over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened. Stir in peas, carrots, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook 2 minutes more.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture, then slowly add broth and tomato paste, stirring until thickened. Remove from heat.

Step 2: Make the Cream Sauce

In a bowl, mix heavy cream with half the grated cheese, plus a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 3: Layer the Dish

• Place half of the sliced potatoes in the casserole dish.

• Pour half the cream mixture over them.

• Spread the meat filling evenly on top.

• Add the remaining potatoes and top with the rest of the cream mixture.

Step 4: Bake

Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and bake for another 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

Step 5: Serve

Let rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley or green onions.

Serving Notes

• This dish is filling enough to serve as the main course.

• Balance it with crisp green beans, broccoli, or a light salad.

• Great for feeding a crowd or preparing ahead of time.