SHEPHERD'S PIE INSTANT POT RECIPES

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat oil and add ground beef, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until ground beef has browned and onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Pour in beef broth and add frozen peas and carrots. Stir until everything is well blended and turn off Saute function.
• Place your Instant Pot's® metal collapsible trivet in the pot so that it rests a little bit above the meat mixture. Place the peeled potatoes on top of the trivet. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Set timer for 15 minutes if potatoes are on the smaller side or 20 minutes if they are medium or large. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Open the lid and transfer potatoes to a bowl. Turn off Instant Pot® and carefully remove the metal trivet (it will be hot).
• Add half-and-half, butter, and garlic salt to bowl with the potatoes. Mash until well blended.
• Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
• Assemble the pie by pouring the meat mixture from the Instant Pot® into an 8-inch square baking pan. Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat mixture and spread out evenly.
• Broil the shepherd's pie in the preheated oven until the top starts to golden and brown, about 3 minutes.

Steps:

• Add ground beef and onion to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
• Cook and stir until no pink remains. Drain any liquids.
• Add remaining Beef Mixture ingredients and stir to combine.
• In a small bowl, melt >2 tbsp butter. Whisk in flour and beef broth until smooth. Add to pot and stir to combine.
• Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes, until sauce begins to thicken.
• Transfer the beef mixture to a 1 1/2 qt Instant Pot-friendly casserole dish and cover to keep warm.
• Rinse out the pot, then combine 1 cup water and cubed potatoes in the pot.
• Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
• Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 8 minutes.
• When the time is up, quick-release the pressure.
• Add remaining Potato Mixture ingredients to the pot and mash to desired consistency.
• Top the beef mixture evenly with the mashed potatoes. Cover the casserole with foil.
• Rinse out the pot, then add 1 1/2 cups of water and the steam rack.
• Carefully lower the casserole onto the rack, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
• Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 10 minutes.
• When the time is up, quick-release the pressure.
• Carefully remove the dish from the pot, top with cheese and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
• (Optional) Set under broiler for 5-7 minutes until cheese is lightly browned.