If You Like Shepherd’s Pie, You'll Love This Beef Stew Served Over Mashed Potatoes

The stout adds nice flavor. Jacob Fox/TNS

This hearty beer-spiked beef stew is served with creamy mashed potatoes for a shepherd’s pie vibe.

Beef and Mushroom Stew With Mashed Potatoes

Active Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes

Serves 4

• 1 1/2 pounds yellow potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 16 ounces stout
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Place potatoes in a large saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Adjust heat to maintain a lively simmer and cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and return to the pan. Add milk, butter, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Mash to desired consistency. Cover to keep warm.