Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s Pie is traditionally made with lamb, but this recipe uses ground turkey as a leaner alternative.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: American, British Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 pound Ground Turkey
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 cup Frozen Peas
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 cup Chicken Broth
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Milk
• 4 cup Mashed Potatoes
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the onion, carrots, and garlic until the vegetables are tender.
4. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5. Return the ground turkey to the skillet and add the frozen peas and fresh thyme. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. In a separate pot, melt the butter and stir in the milk and mashed potatoes until smooth.
7. Transfer the turkey mixture to a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes on top.
8. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper over the mashed potatoes.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Let the Shepherd's Pie rest for 10 minutes before serving.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 25g50%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.