Guinness Beef Cottage Pie: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

This Guinness Beef Cottage Pie brings comforting warmth and rich flavors, perfect for chilly evenings or festive celebrations.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1 30

Total Time 2

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Beef

Cuisine: Irish

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Filling

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
2 pounds Bottom Round Roast Can be substituted with chuck roast or stew meat.
2 tablespoons Steak Seasoning Use a mix of salt, pepper, and garlic powder as substitute.
2 cups Vegetables Includes carrots, yellow onion, celery, and garlic.
2 medium Carrots Can be substituted with parsnips or sweet potatoes.
1 medium Yellow Onion Can use white or red onion.
2 stalks Celery Optional to replace with fennel.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is preferred.
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can substitute with tomato sauce.
1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used.
1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary can be used.
1 cup Beef Stock Can use vegetable stock for a lighter flavor.
2 tablespoons Tapioca Flour Can substitute with cornstarch or flour.
1 cup Guinness Non-alcoholic beer or beef broth can substitute.
1 cup Frozen Peas Can use fresh peas or other green vegetables.
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground for the best flavor.

For the Mashed Potato Topping

4 tablespoons Butter Use margarine or a dairy-free substitute.
1 cup Dubliner Cheese Cheddar or Gruyere are good alternatives.
1/4 cup Chives/Parsley Other fresh herbs can be used.

Equipment

Deep skillet
baking dish

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
Heat a splash of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned bottom round roast on each side for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the diced carrots, yellow onion, celery, and minced garlic in the same skillet for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
Stir in tomato paste, fresh thyme, and rosemary. Cook everything together for about 2 minutes.
Mix beef stock with tapioca flour until smooth, then add to the skillet with the seared beef and Guinness. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
Cover and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Let it braise for 1 hour, stirring halfway through.
Boil peeled potatoes until fork-tender. Mash with butter, warm milk, and Dubliner cheese until creamy.
After braising, fold in frozen peas, adjust seasoning, and spoon into a baking dish. Top with creamy mashed potatoes.
Bake for an additional 20 minutes, then broil for 1-2 minutes for a crispy top. Keep an eye to prevent burning.
Garnish with fresh chives or parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Feel free to explore variations of this Guinness Beef Cottage Pie and personalize it to your family's taste!

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