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Venison Cottage Pie recipe
Celebrate Great British Game Week with Our Delicious Venison Cottage Pie Recipe! 🦌
Here at No Fuss Meals for Busy Parents, we're all about easy, nutritious recipes that bring the family together.
What better way to celebrate Great British Game Week than with a comforting, hearty Venison Cottage Pie? This dish showcases the rich, earthy flavor of venison—a lean, high-protein option perfect for adding a bit of game to your meal rotation.
Venison Cottage Pie is an ideal recipe for busy weeknights, and it’s a crowd-pleaser for the whole family. Plus, it's a great way to introduce kids (and adults) to the unique flavors of British game meat. Ready to dive in? Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 750g venison mince
- 6 rashers of bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 heaped tbsp plain flour
- A glug of Worcestershire Sauce (we love using Jeyes Northamptonshire Sauce!)
- A squirt of tomato puree
- 1 beef stock cube, crumbled
- 100ml hot water
For the Topping:
- 1kg potatoes, chopped
- Knob of butter
- Splash of milk
Method:
Prep the Filling
- Heat a teaspoon of rapeseed oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft.
- Add the venison mince and brown it evenly.
- Add the bacon and cook until it’s just right—this adds a smoky flavour to the pie.
- Stir in the stock cube, rosemary, tomato puree, and chopped carrot.
Make the Sauce
- Sprinkle in the flour, stirring well to coat the meat and veggies.
- Gradually add hot water, a little at a time, stirring to create a thick, savory sauce.
Prepare the Topping
- Place the chopped potatoes in a pot of water, bring to a boil, and cook until soft.
- Drain the potatoes, add the butter and milk, and mash until smooth and creamy.
Assemble and Bake
- Spoon the venison mixture into a large casserole dish and smooth it out.
- Layer the mashed potatoes over the top, using a fork to create a rustic pattern.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve this cozy cottage pie with seasonal veggies and a generous drizzle of gravy.
Whether you're a seasoned game enthusiast or trying venison for the first time, this Venison Cottage Pie brings a bit of British tradition to your table. And if you're looking to meet fellow foodies or share your love for game, take advantage of a 50% discount with our friends at Muddy Matches Countryside Dating —just use code TASTY50.
Enjoy the taste of the countryside this Great British Game Week, and be sure to share your creations with us using the hashtags #britishgameweek #tasteofgame #nofussmealsforbusyparents.
Are you game?
Please let me know how you got on! You can email me at hello@millyfyfe.com