Ingredients
– 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 1 pound lean ground turkey or beef
– 1 cup carrots, diced
– 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ¼ cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
– ¼ cup milk or plant-based milk (for the sweet potatoes)
– 1 tablespoon butter or plant-based butter
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to prepare your own Healthy Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie:
1. Boil Sweet Potatoes: Place sweet potato cubes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
2. Mash Sweet Potatoes: Mash the cooked sweet potatoes with milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
3. Cook Ground Meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
4. Brown the Meat: Add the ground turkey or beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
5. Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced carrots, corn, and peas. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
6. Season the Filling: Add thyme, rosemary, paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour in the broth and let it simmer for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
7. Layer the Ingredients: In a baking dish, spread the meat and vegetable filling evenly. Top with the mashed sweet potatoes, smoothing it out with a spatula.
8. Bake: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the shepherd’s pie for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden.
9. Cool and Serve: Let the shepherd’s pie cool for a few minutes before serving. This helps the flavors settle and makes it easier to cut portions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 24g