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Cozy Vegetable Cottage Pie with Cheesy Topping
Comfort Food Made Simple: Vegetable Cottage Pie
There’s something about a cottage pie that just feels like home. This vegetable cottage pie is my go-to when I want something cozy, filling, and still on the lighter side. It’s made with mixed veggies, a creamy white sauce, fluffy mash, and a cheesy baked topping that turns golden in the oven. Honestly, it’s the kind of dish that disappears fast at the table.
Why You’ll Love Vegetable Cottage Pie
- It’s easy to make with everyday ingredients.
- You can use fresh or frozen veggies.
- The cheesy topping gets golden and crisp.
- It’s hearty without being too heavy.
- Perfect for family dinners or make-ahead meals.
Bake this creamy vegetable cottage pie with a cheesy topping for dinner tonight.
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Vegetable Cottage Pie with Cheesy Topping
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Dinner Recipes
- Method: Easy
Description
Homemade Vegetable Cottage Pie with a cheesy topping. Just the right amount of cozy.
Ingredients
Pie Filling
- 500 g cooked mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 batch white sauce (see below)
- 4 medium potatoes, cooked and mashed
- A pinch of grated nutmeg (optional)
White Sauce
- 2 tbsp margarine or butter
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- 500 ml milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cheesy Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp margarine or butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
White Sauce
- Melt the margarine in a pan.
- Stir in the flour until smooth, then whisk in the milk gradually.
- Simmer until thickened, season with salt and pepper.
Cheesy Topping
- Melt butter in a small saucepan.
- Whisk in the flour and milk until smooth.
- Stir in the cheese and season well. Set aside.
Pie Assembly
- Preheat oven to 180C / 350F. Grease a medium pie dish.
- Spread mixed vegetables evenly in the dish.
- Pour over the white sauce.
- Spread mashed potatoes over the top.
- Spoon over the cheesy topping and smooth it out.
- Grate a little nutmeg or paprika on top if you like.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden and bubbling.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Ureshani
Easy Vegetable Cottage Pie for family dinners. Perfect for when you want something filling but not too heavy.
Vegetable Cottage Pie is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish made with mixed veggies, white sauce, mashed potatoes, and a golden topping. It’s simple to make, filling without being too heavy, and perfect for cozy family dinners.
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