Description
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is a heartwarming dish that combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a savory mix of seasoned ground meat and vegetables. This comforting meal is perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings, offering rich flavors and vibrant colors that are sure to impress. With easy preparation and the option to customize ingredients, this recipe makes it simple to sneak in extra veggies and cater to various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp butter (for mashing)
- ¼ cup milk (for mashing)
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes). Drain and mash with butter and milk; season with salt.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and carrots in olive oil until softened (5-7 minutes). Add ground meat; cook until browned.
- Stir in peas, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth; simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread meat mixture in a baking dish and top with mashed sweet potatoes; smooth evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg