Ingredients for - Beef and Spinach Shepherd's Pie

1. 2 lb. Russet potatoes (about 4), peeled and cubed
2. Kosher salt
3. 1 lb. lean ground beef
4. 1 medium yellow or white onion, diced
5. 2 carrots, peeled and diced
6. 2 ribs celery, diced
7. 2 cloves garlic, minced
8. 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
9. 2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
10. Freshly ground black pepper
11. 3 tbsp. tomato paste
12. 1 c. chicken broth
13. 4 c. baby spinach
14. 1 c. milk
15. 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
16. Green salad, for serving

How to cook deliciously - Beef and Spinach Shepherd's Pie

1 . Stage

Place potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Season with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, 12 to 15; drain and return to pan.

2 . Stage

Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, 5 minutes. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and rosemary and cook until vegetables are soft, 5 minutes. Spoon out and discard any extra grease in pan and season with salt and pepper. Stir in tomato paste and chicken broth; let simmer until liquid reduces slightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in spinach until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.

3 . Stage

Preheat broiler to high. Add milk to drained potatoes and bring to a simmer. Using a potato masher or fork, mash potatoes until smooth. Stir in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

4 . Stage

Spoon beef and spinach mixture into a medium-sized baking dish and spoon mashed potatoes on top. Use a fork to create texture on top (the potatoes will brown better) and drizzle with olive oil.

5 . Stage

Broil until nicely browned on top, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately with a green salad.