The Canning Recipes: Shepherd’s Pie in Jars
A complete comfort meal in a jar! Layers of seasoned meat, vegetables, and mashed potatoes make this a hearty dinner ready in minutes.
Ingredients (makes about 7 quarts)
- 11 cups water
- 2 packages beef stew mix
- 1 package au jus gravy mix
- Salt, pepper, and Montreal Steak Seasoning to taste
- 5 pounds ground beef, seasoned, cooked, and drained
- 1 large onion, peeled and diced
- 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
Instructions
- Cook the Meat and Vegetables In a large pot, combine the cooked ground beef, diced onion, sliced carrots, corn, and green peas. Add water, beef stew mix, au jus gravy mix, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Jars Layer the meat and vegetable mixture in clean quart jars. Top with diced potatoes. Add broth to fill, leaving 1-inch headspace.
- Process Wipe rims clean and apply lids and bands fingertip tight. Pressure can quarts at 15 pounds pressure for 90 minutes (adjust for altitude). Pints for 75 minutes.
- Cool and Store Let pressure drop naturally. Cool jars undisturbed for 12–24 hours. Check seals, label, and store in a cool, dark place.
To Serve:
Open the jar, heat thoroughly, and enjoy your Shepherd’s Pie — a full meal in minutes!
This is a wonderful make-ahead meal for busy families or emergency storage.
Happy canning! 🥧🫙