Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie: Comfort in Every Savory Bite

Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie brings together creamy mashed potatoes, seasoned ground meat, and fresh veggies for a comforting, customizable meal.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: British

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat Filling

1 lb Ground turkey or chicken or plant-based protein
1 medium Onion chopped
2 medium Carrots diced
1 cup Peas fresh or frozen
1 tsp Thyme fresh or dried
1 tsp Rosemary fresh or dried

For the Mashed Potatoes

2 lb Mashed potatoes russet or Yukon gold
2 cloves Garlic minced
4 tbsp Butter
1/2 cup Milk or cream or almond/oat milk

Equipment

large skillet
pot
baking dish

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, add your ground meat. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in chopped onions, diced carrots, and peas. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Boil potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot.
Add butter, milk, and minced garlic to potatoes. Mash until smooth.
Layer the meat filling in a baking dish, top with mashed potatoes, create texture on the surface.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are heated through and golden brown.
Garnish with chopped herbs and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep! Prepare meat and mashed potatoes ahead and assemble before baking.

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