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Sweet Potato Topped Shepherd’s Pie


  • Author: Chef Emy
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A comforting twist on the classic shepherd’s pie, featuring a savory ground meat and vegetable filling topped with creamy mashed sweet potatoes, baked to perfection for a hearty and nutritious meal.


Ingredients

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  • For the filling:
  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the topping:
  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. For the filling: In a large skillet, cook the ground lamb or beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion, carrots, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes until thickened. Add frozen peas and remove from heat.
  5. For the topping: While filling simmers, boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt.
  6. Transfer filling to a baking dish. Spread mashed sweet potatoes over the top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the topping is golden and the filling is bubbling.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Protein: 25 g