"Tender, flavorful beef tips enveloped in buttery mashed potatoes might just the the ultimate in comfort food! My twist on traditional Shepherd’s Pie wins rave reviews every time I serve it and for good reason…it’s amazing. Sometimes, supper just needs to be straightforward and simple. There are just times that my family wants a meal …..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 pounds beef tips cut into about 1 inch pieces (you can also use beef stew)
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1 medium onion - diced
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1 tablespoon garlic - minced, about 3 cloves
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3 tablespoons flour
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2 tablespoons tomato paste (I use the concentrated version in a tube)
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3 cups beef stock (bone broth can be used)
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1 cup red wine (stock or water can be substituted)
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
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4 cups mashed potatoes
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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3 pounds red potatoes - scrubbed scrubbed clean
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1 cup chicken broth
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3 tablespoons butter
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1/4 cup half & half
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3/4 tablespoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder