Description
Shepherd’s Pie with Creamy Mashed Potatoes combines savory smoked turkey bacon, flavorful ground turkey, and hearty vegetables topped with smooth, velvety plant-based mashed potatoes for a comforting and wholesome meal perfect for any family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, diced
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 1/2 cup warm plant-based milk
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Dice the smoked turkey bacon and brown it in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent. Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink. Stir in diced carrots and peas, then add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and vegetable broth. Let the mixture simmer gently until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.
- Make the creamy mashed potatoes: Peel and chop the russet potatoes, then boil them in salted water until fork-tender. Drain well and mash with plant-based butter, warm plant-based milk, and natural gelling agent, stirring until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring a velvety texture for topping.
- Assemble the pie: Transfer the filling evenly into a baking dish. Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes on top and smooth them out with a spatula or fork for a decorative finish. For a golden crust, dot the top with a little more plant-based butter before baking.
- Bake until golden and bubbly: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the assembled Shepherd’s Pie for 25 to 30 minutes until the mashed potato topping turns golden and the filling bubbles gently around the edges. Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving to set the layers.
Notes
- Use starchy russet potatoes for creamy mashed potatoes that hold their shape well after baking.
- Incorporate the natural gelling agent to maintain mashed potato consistency post-baking.
- Cook the filling uncovered to evaporate excess moisture and avoid a soggy pie.
- Let the pie rest a few minutes after baking for better texture and easier serving.
- Prepare filling and mashed potatoes ahead of time, then assemble just before baking to save time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Shepherd's Pie, mashed potatoes, smoked turkey bacon, ground turkey, comfort food, plant-based mashed potatoes, gluten free, family meal
