Gluten-Free Weeknight Shepherd's Pie

This Gluten-Free Weeknight Shepherd’s Pie is pure comfort food made simple! With seasoned ground beef, tender veggies, and a creamy mashed potato topping, it’s a hearty, one-dish dinner your whole family will love. Quick to prep and Celiac-safe, it’s perfect for busy nights.

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Shepherd’s Pie is one of those timeless comfort meals that never goes out of style. It’s cozy, hearty, and filling—but this version is perfect for busy weeknights when time is short and your people are hungry. Best of all? It’s completely gluten-free and baked in individual ramekins, which makes serving (and storing leftovers!) so easy.

A Shortcut Classic

Traditional Shepherd’s Pie can be a labor of love, but this weeknight version keeps things simple:

• I use 92% lean ground beef for a lighter, protein-rich base.

• A packet of gluten-free brown gravy mix (I like McCormick or Pioneer) adds flavor without fuss.

• A bag of frozen peas, carrots, and corn saves time and adds that classic veggie blend.

• And for the topping? I use Bob Evans Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes—they're naturally gluten-free and the perfect creamy shortcut when you don’t want to boil potatoes on a weeknight. (Or leftover homemade creamy mashed potatoes).
  

Why Ramekins?

Individual ramekins make this dish extra special. Everyone gets their own little pie—crispy edges, creamy tops, and all! They’re also great for portion control and super easy to pop into lunch containers the next day. Just scoop the meat and veggie filling into the ramekins, top with mashed potatoes, and bake until bubbly and golden.

Celiac-Safe and Family-Approved

This recipe is 100% gluten-free but tastes just like the comfort food you remember. It’s filling without being too heavy, packed with flavor, and even picky eaters will clean their ramekins. It's perfect for meal prep, freezer meals, or casual dinners with family.

Recipe Gluten-Free Weeknight Shepherd's Pie