""Yes, shepherd's pie is predominantly thought of as Irish or British. But since I'm Scottish, I thought I'd give it a unique twist to suit my ancestral tastes. The use of lamb, the smoky, heather taste of Guinness® Draught (Irish, I admit), and the topping of sharp Cheddar and smoked paprika give this version its unique, smoky-sweet flavor."..."
INGREDIENTS
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5 cups mashed, boiled potatoes
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 ounces cream cheese
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2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
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1 egg yolk
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
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1 pound ground lamb
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1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes with juice, chopped
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 small carrot, peeled and chopped
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1/2 cup peas
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8 fluid ounces Irish stout beer (such as Guinness®)
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1 cube beef bouillon
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
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2 teaspoons smoked paprika