I grew up in England and in the winter, cottage pie was a family favourite. It comes from using up any scraps of meat and vegetables. There is also Shepherd's Pie which uses ground lamb. The vegetables used can be interchanged, depending on what you may have left over. It is a filling dish and great to eat on a cold winter's day.
When I was a child, I used to spend the weekends with my grandparents. My Nan taught me how to cook. Cottage pie was the first dish, I learnt to cook by myself. I used to cook it for my family once a week. Like with all dishes, I would add things and change it slightly but I eventually came up with what I feel is an amazing tasting dish.
I now have 3 children of my own and I have taught 2 of my daughter to cook this dish, as it is easy to cook. The whole family loves to sit and eat it together.
My name is Madeleine and I am from Cambridge, UK. I have been living in Canada for nearly 4 years but have not left my English roots behind. I love cooking English roast dinners and typical British cuisine to bring me right back to Sunday lunches at home! Growing up, my Dad loved making this twist on a Yorkshire Pudding, but with sausages embedded in the batter. It is often served with seasonal greens and topped with onion gravy. I hope you enjoy it!
