Waleed Asadi: The Levantine Shepherd's Pie | Saneyet Batata w Lahme | صينية بطاطا باللحم

May 31, 2026 | Meat and potatoes is a combination that every culture utilizes in multiple ways. Sometimes roasted, fried, stewed, and in this case, baked.

When I think of a western shepherd’s pie it's filled with butter, peas, carrots, and is a bit like stew. The Levantine version, on the other hand, is very simple and light and has all the extra bits served on the side. It really is just meat and potatoes.

This is the version I grew up with. It's a very nostalgic dish for me. It feels like home, tastes like home, and I hope it's something you can bring into your home.



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El Pastificio de Nicola: "Argentine Shepherd’s Pie" | Traditional Pastel de Papa Recipe

Apr 22, 2026 | Pastel de Papa is one of Argentina’s most beloved comfort foods: hearty, simple and deeply satisfying. In this video I prepare a traditional version inspired by the classic cookbook *Las Comidas Económicas*, with a savory beef filling topped with rich mashed potatoes and baked until golden brown. A humble dish transformed into something beautiful for the family table.

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Nb: FYI, even though this recipe is referred to in Argentina as "shepherd's pie", in the UK, we would call this cottage pie. In the UK, we distinguish between shepherd's pie which is made with lamb, and cottage pie which is made with minced (US: ground) beef. — Mark