The Best Cottage Pie Recipe | Beef + Lamb New Zealand

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 190°C

Step 2

Heat a dash of oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over a medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beef mince and brown, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up the mince as it browns.

Step 4

Remove and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, add another dash of oil and cook the onion for at least 5 minutes until soft.

Step 6

Increase heat and add carrot and celery and cook for a further 5 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the wine if using, and bring to the boil.

Step 8

Return beef mince to the saucepan with tomatoes, tomato paste and stock.

Step 9

Season as required.

Step 10

Reduce heat, cover and cook mince mixture at a gentle simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Step 11

Stir through the chopped herbs.