Why Does My Shepherd Pie Fall Apart?
A Shepherd’s Pie may fall apart due to several reasons. The most common reason is that the potato topping is too soft or soggy. This is often due to over-boiling or over-mixing the potatoes or adding too much butter or milk. Another reason could be that the filling is too wet and hasn’t been adequately drained. Finally, if the pie is cut straight after taking it out of the oven, it won’t have had time to cool and set. So, it is important to allow it to rest for at least 10-15 minutes before serving.