We've got some lovely twists on shepherd's pie on the site, but we were missing a definitive version of this classic family recipe – here it is!

The secret to this shepherd's pie filling is to choose big carrots so they don’t lose their texture when cooked

A warming vegan supper with porcini mushrooms, leeks, carrots, and butternut squash, topped with crispy potatoes. It's low calorie, low fat, and perfect for when the nights draw in

Make this comforting pie in bulk and freeze in separate servings, so you can defrost only what you need

Give this classic dish a makeover with a touch of spice. We've kept it mild, but you can boost the heat with added curry powder or fresh chilli, if you like

Make these mini veggie shepherd's pies ahead and freeze them for a nutritious family supper when you're pushed for time. They contain three of your 5-a-day

A low-fat, superhealthy shepherd's pie that can be popped in the freezer or enjoyed on the day

Angela Nilsen works her magic on a classic and gives Shepherd's pie a superhealthy face-lift

For shepherd's pie - but not as you know it - try cooking up these spicy individual pies

Slow-cook shepherd's pie and you'll be rewarded with succulent mince. This recipe is also low-fat and low-calorie with three of your five-a-day

Swap mashed potato for vibrant sweet potato and bulk out your lean lamb or beef mince with red lentils for a slimmer take on this comforting classic

The family favourite with a spicy kick and parsnip mash topping

These pocket-sized pasties make an old favourite portable

Make these shepherd's pies for your toddler and see how they wolf them down. As well as lamb, they're packed with lentils, carrots, courgette and pepper

A simple supper that's got all the elements of the ultimate comfort food. Easily scaled up if you've got more mouths to feed

Shepherd's pie lovers will love the new addition of spices and apricots in this make-ahead crowd pleaser

A jacket potato with a difference - these bake so quickly in the microwave, and the mince and cheese make a filling and tasty supper

Slow cook lamb mince with liver to pack this family favourite with flavour - chop the vegetables in a processor to save time

Roast a guinea fowl crown, then use the leg for Tom Kerridge's take on a shepherd's pie.You could eat both together, or freeze one of the dishes to enjoy later

Lighten up a family favourite with this vegetarian shepherd's pie - mash celeriac and white beans with cream cheese for a low-GI topping

A simple way to create an old childhood favourite - on the table in less than an hour

A delicious spin on the ultimate comfort food - a family favourite packed with vegetables and rich sauce

A fast and tasty Shepherd's pie that will fill up the whole family

Bake a comforting vegetarian version of shepherd's pie using lentils. The pies are rich in calcium, folate and iron as well as delivering three of your 5-a-day

This great-value family favourite freezes beautifully and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

One portion of this delicious vegetarian shepherd's pie contains all 5 of your recommended 5-a-day intake

Swap regular mash for a sweet potato version, full of vitamin C and fibre. It's great as a topping for shepherd's pie or fish pie, or as a veggie side dish

A shepherd's pie with a real twist - top a chilli con carne style filling with cheesy mash and tortilla chips

Cover spiced lamb mince, stewed potato and peas with crispy filo pastry for a low-fat, Indian-inspired dinner

A classic reborn; a low-fat beef mince pie with a parsnip topping