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Shepherd's Pie Recipe
Shepherd's pie with a cauliflower topping instead of the traditional potato topping to sneak in some extra vegetables.
Prep Time
20
minutes
mins
Cook Time
30
minutes
mins
Total Time
50
minutes
mins
Course:
Main
Cuisine:
Irish
Servings:
6
people
Calories:
340
kcal
Author:
Katie Wells
Ingredients
2
lbs
ground beef
1
onion
(diced)
1½
tsp
salt
(divided)
½
tsp
black pepper
1
tsp
garlic powder
1
tsp
basil
1
tsp
oregano
¼
tsp
cayenne pepper
1
bag
frozen mixed vegetables
2
heads
cauliflower
(or 3 bags frozen cauliflower)
4
TBSP
butter
4
oz
cream cheese
(optional)
1
egg
1
cup
cheddar cheese
(shredded, optional)
Instructions
In a large skillet, cook the meat and onion until the meat is browned and cooked through.
Season with 1 teaspoon of the salt and the remaining spices and set aside.
Pour the frozen mixed veggies into the skillet and heat over low heat until warmed, removing from heat when done.
While the vegetables are heating, bring several cups of water in a large pot to a boil.
Cut the cauliflower into florets and add it to the boiling water.
Cover and cook until soft enough to mash.
Remove the pot from the heat, drain the cauliflower, and add the butter, cream cheese, and remaining ½ teaspoon of salt.
Mash the cauliflower mixture with a hand blender to make it really smooth.
Return the browned meat and onions back to the skillet with the mixed veggies and mix in the egg.
Pour the meat/vegetable mixture into the bottom of 9x13 baking dish.
Spread the mashed cauliflower mixture over the top.
Bake at 350°F for approximately 30 minutes.
If using shredded cheese, sprinkle it over the top and bake 5 additional minutes until cheese is melted (optional).
Notes
If you like your shepherd's pie a little more "saucy" you can easily make a quick gravy with beef stock thickened with arrowroot.
Nutrition
Serving:
2
cups
|
Calories:
340
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
19
g
|
Protein:
17
g
|
Fat:
23
g
|
Saturated Fat:
13
g
|
Cholesterol:
103
mg
|
Sodium:
932
mg
|
Potassium:
839
mg
|
Fiber:
6
g
|
Sugar:
5
g
|
Vitamin A:
3145
IU
|
Vitamin C:
98.7
mg
|
Calcium:
226
mg
|
Iron:
2.3
mg