**Servings:** 1
**Time:**
- **Total Time:** 1 hour
- **Preparation Time:** 30 minutes
- **Overnight Preparation Required:** Not applicable
- **Cooking Time:** 30 minutes
**Tools:**
- Air fryer
- Induction stovetop
- Small skillet or frying pan suitable for induction
- Medium pot
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowls
- Spoon or spatula
- Small baking dish suitable for air fryer
**Ingredients:**
**For the Mashed Potatoes:**
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
**For the Filling:**
- 1/4 pound ground lamb (or beef)
- 1/4 medium onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1/2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:**
- Place diced potatoes in a medium pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil on the induction stovetop.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Drain and return potatoes to the pot. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. **Prepare the Filling:**
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat on the induction stovetop and cook the ground lamb (or beef) until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef broth.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir well, and cook until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. **Assemble the Pie:**
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture into a small baking dish that fits into your air fryer basket.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top of the meat mixture, ensuring it covers the filling completely.
- Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.
4. **Cook in the Air Fryer:**
- Place the baking dish in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
5. **Serve:**
- Let the shepherd's pie cool slightly before serving.
**Health Benefits:**
- High in protein from lamb or beef
- Contains vitamins and fiber from vegetables
**Keywords:**
Shepherd's pie, air fryer, induction stovetop, traditional Irish, comfort food, easy recipe
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