Easy Family Dinner - Lamb Shepherds Pie

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   Place lean minced lamb into a dry hot pan without oil. Stir continuously over high heat, breaking it apart and allowing it to brown and render its fat, developing caramelized flavour.
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   Season the browning lamb with black pepper, a little salt, and chopped rosemary for aroma and flavour.
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   Add chopped onions and continue stirring over high heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
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   Stir in the drained cannellini beans to boost fibre and iron content.
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   Add diced carrots and chopped celery sticks to increase vegetable content and nutrition.
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   Stir in chopped mushrooms to add savoury depth to the lamb mixture.
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   Sprinkle flour over the mixture, pour in chicken or vegetable stock, bring to a boil, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 30 minutes until thickened.
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   Meanwhile, prepare the topping: cut the swede into chunks and boil for 10-15 minutes, then add cubed potatoes and continue cooking for the same duration until both are tender.
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   Transfer the lamb sauce to a baking dish. Drain the cooked swede and potatoes, mash together, and mix in milk and grated cheddar cheese. Season to taste.
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    Spread a layer of frozen peas over the lamb sauce to prevent the potato topping from sinking into the gravy.
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    Spread the mashed potato and swede mixture over the peas and use a fork to score the surface in a pattern to enhance crispiness.
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    Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 50 minutes until golden and bubbling. About 5 minutes before the end, sprinkle rosemary that has been tossed in a little olive oil over the top for aroma and appearance.
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