Healthier cottage pie

Instructions

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1 Heat the oil in a large non-stick deep frying pan (with a lid) over a medium-high heat. Add the mince, onion and carrots, and fry, stirring to break up the mince, for 5–8 min until browned.

2 Stir in the mushrooms and thyme or rosemary leaves, and cook for 3–4 min. Add the beef stock, chopped tomatoes and worcestershire sauce. Season with freshly ground pepper, cover with the lid and simmer for 15 min. Uncover and simmer for 5 min more to reduce slightly.

3 Meanwhile, heat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6. Bring a pan of water to the boil, then add the cauliflower florets and boil for 10 min until very tender. Drain, then return to the pan and add the drained butter beans. Use a potato masher to mash the cauliflower and beans coarsely, then season to taste.

4 Transfer the mince mixture to a 1.5 litre ovenproof dish and top with the cauliflower and bean mash. Grate over the cheese, then bake for 25–30 min until golden and bubbling. Serve with peas or your favourite green vegetable.