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Shepard's pie with gnocchi

Shepard's pie with gnocchi

A cozy twist on the classic! The savory seasoned meat is tossed with crisp on the outside, soft on the inside gnocchi. Making this favorite easily accessible for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 16 oz package of potato gnocchi
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef or lamb
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup assorted frozen peas and carrots corn (optional)

Method
 

  1. Start but crisping up the gnocchi. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in gnocchi; cook until golden and lightly crispy, 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a bowl.
  2. Add in the chopped onion and sauté until lightly golden. Add in the ground beef or lamb and break it up into little pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until most of the meat is browned,
  3. Then add in salt, pepper, and flour. Mix well and pour in the chicken broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce and spices. Cook for 5-7 minutes over medium-low, until the mixture thickens.
  4. Stir in peas and toasted gnocchi. Simmer until thickened warmed through, 2-3 minutes.