Shepherd's Pie

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 3/4 pound ground lamb
Pinch allspice
1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
1 medium parsnip, peeled and chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup dark beer
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons sour cream or softened cream cheese
1 large egg yolk
1/2 cup cream
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Fill large pot with water, add the potatoes, place over high heat and bring to a boil. Add some salt and cook until tender, about 12 minutes.

While potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Once hot, add the lamb and, using a wooden spoon, break it up as it browns, about 5-6 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and allspice. Add carrot, parsnip and onion, and cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Dust with flour, cooking 1 minute, add stock, beer and worcestershire. Cook until thickened, then transfer to oven-safe pan.

Drain potatoes and return to pot. Let sit few minutes to cool slightly. Add sour cream or cream cheese, egg yolk and cream. Smash until smooth.

Preheat broiler to high. Spoon potato mixture evenly over the meat mixture. Top potatoes with paprika and broil 6-8 inches from heat until evenly browned, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve

Serves 4

Source: Rachael Ray