Go Back
–+ servings
Shepherd's pie

Baby Friendly Shepherd’s Pie

This flavorsome and satisfying baby friendly shepherd’s pie is an easy recipe to cook for the entire family! It is suitable for babies 6+ months without salt added.
5 from 1 vote
Print Pin
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Brazilian
Keyword: baby cottage pie recipe, baby pie recipe, baby shepherd's pie recipe, cottage pie for baby and family, escondidinho de carne para bebês, receita de escondidinho de carne, shepherds pie for 9 month old, shepherds pie for toddlers, shepherds pie recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings (littles)
Calories: 488kcal
Author: Carol Pecora

Equipment

  • 1 9-in baking dish
  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Cooking pan

Ingredients  

Mashed Potato Topping
  • 11/2 lbs potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 1 cup mozzarella shredded
  • 1/2 tsp salt skip for babies < 12m old
Meat Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 onion medium diced
  • 3/4 cup vegetable stock unsalted
  • 1 cup carrots frozen
  • 1/2 cup peas frozen
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tsp dried parsley if using fresh double the amount
  • 1 tsp dried thyme if using fresh double the amount
  • 1 tbsp green onions
  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • 1 tsp salt skip for babies < 12m old

Instructions

Mashed Potato Topping

  • Fill a large pan with water and boil the potatoes until completely tender. It will take about 15 minutes after the water starts boiling.
  • Drain the potatoes, add to a bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher.
  • Add the milk, butter, cheese and mix well.
  • Set aside a small quantity of mashed potatoes for the baby if < 12 months old.
  • Add salt.

Meat Filling

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet. Once the oil is hot, add the onions, garlic and cook until translucent.
  • Add the meat and cook until browned.
  • Add the carrots, peas, herbs, tomato paste, unsalted vegetable stock, corn starch and mix well.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and stir occasionally until the carrots are soft.
  • Set aside a small quantity of the mixture for the baby if < 12 months old.
  • Add salt.

Pie Assembly

  • Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch baking dish, spread the mashed potatoes over the top and add some extra cheese if desired.
  • Assemble unsalted baby portion into a mini ramekin.
  • Bake at 356F (180C) for about 25 minutes.

Notes

  • Nutrition values calculated for each serving for littles.
  • Sodium calculation includes the recipe with salt. 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Baby Friendly Shepherd’s Pie
Amount per Serving
Calories
488
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
 
8
g
50
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
61
mg
20
%
Sodium
 
736
mg
32
%
Potassium
 
1653
mg
47
%
Carbohydrates
 
62
g
21
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
22
g
44
%
Vitamin A
 
3151
IU
63
%
Vitamin C
 
68
mg
82
%
Calcium
 
152
mg
15
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Tried this recipe?Rate in the comments and tag @goldenbearmama on Instagram!