Description
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes with a savory meat filling, creating a delightful flavor experience perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings. This vibrant, crowd-pleasing meal not only warms the heart but also nourishes the body with its wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup whole milk or cream
- Salt, pepper, thyme, and smoked paprika to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion until translucent. Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Stir in carrots and peas, then pour in chicken broth and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Make the Mash: Drain sweet potatoes and return to pot. Add butter and milk/cream; mash until smooth.
- Assemble the Pie: Spread meat mixture in a baking dish, layer mashed sweet potatoes on top, creating swirls with a fork.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg