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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

A comforting twist on the classic Shepherd’s Pie with creamy sweet potato topping and savory meat filling.

Ingredients

  • Sweet Potatoes (2 large)
  • Ground Meat (1 lb)
  • Onion (1 medium, diced)
  • Carrots (2 medium, diced)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Frozen Peas (1 cup)
  • Vegetable or Chicken Broth (1 cup)
  • Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Salt and Pepper (to taste)
  • Dried Herbs (1 teaspoon each of thyme, rosemary)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into even chunks. Boil in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. Cook the Ground Meat: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Add onions and cook until translucent, then add ground meat and cook until browned.
  3. Sauté the Veggies: Add garlic, carrots, and peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the Broth and Herbs: Pour in broth and add dried herbs, letting it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Drain the Sweet Potatoes: Return sweet potatoes to pot, add milk and butter, then mash until creamy.
  6. Assemble the Pie: Spoon the meat mixture into a baking dish, top with sweet potato mash, and smooth it out.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F and bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let it Cool: Allow the pie to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute ground meat with lentils or mushrooms. Feel free to add spices for extra flavor.

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