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Healthy Shepherd's Pie

Deliciously Healthy Shepherd's Pie You Can Customize Today

This Healthy Shepherd's Pie is a guilt-free twist on a classic dish, featuring a creamy cauliflower topping and a hearty turkey filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Topping
  • 2 medium russet potatoes Choose starchy for best mash consistency
  • 0.5 head cauliflower Incorporating this veggie adds creaminess
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese Add richness, omit for dairy-free alternatives
For the Filling
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey Healthier protein option
  • 2 carrots Finely diced for even cooking
  • 1 onion Yellow or sweet onions are ideal
  • 2 cloves garlic Can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 cup chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup peas Fresh or frozen works well
  • 1 cup corn Fresh or frozen works well

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Potato Masher or Hand Mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and chop the potatoes and cauliflower, place in a pot, cover with water, and boil for about 10 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add ground turkey, and cook for approximately 5 minutes until no longer pink.
  3. Stir in diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add finely diced carrots and sauté for an additional 3 minutes.
  5. Combine turkey and vegetable mixture with seasonings and chicken broth, simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Fold in peas and corn, heating through for about 2 minutes.
  7. Drain boiled potatoes and cauliflower, mash together, mixing in olive oil, garlic powder, and chicken broth until smooth.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F, layer the turkey mixture in a greased dish, spoon the mash on top, and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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