Lean shepherd's pie is a delicious and hearty dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover lamb or ground beef, and it is also a good source of protein and vegetables. This dish is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold night or a busy weeknight.
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LEAN SHEPHERD'S PIE
I've tried several Shepherd Pie recipes but I keep coming back to this one. This is one of the few that calls for cream corn & worcestershire to add a different twist to the recipe. Adapted from 'Cooking for the Rushed' cookbook. The original recipe uses instant mashed potatoes but I prefer to use regular ones.
Provided by Mustang Sally 54269
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large fry pan, brown meat until it is no longer pink.
- Add ketchup, worcestershire sauce & seasoning to cooking meat. Stir well.
- Pour meat mixture into a large rectangular pan.
- Rinse frozen corn & spread it evenly over the meat mixture.
- Spread the creamed corn next.
- Top casserole with mashed potatoes and sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake uncovered for 40 minutes. If you like the top abit crunchy, broil a few minutes before removing from the oven.
LIGHTENED-UP SHEPHERD'S PIE
Lean ground beef keeps the fat and calories low here. Cauliflower is mashed with the potatoes to keep carbs down, but still results in a creamy mash. Scallions add a pop of fresh flavor to the topping and tomato paste gives the filling a rich depth of flavor.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to maintain a steady simmer. Cook until a knife just pierces through the potatoes, about 7 minutes. Add the cauliflower, bring to a boil and simmer until a knife easily slides through the vegetables, about 20 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water before draining.
- Return the potatoes and cauliflower to the saucepan. Add the scallions and mash with a potato masher. Add 1/ 4 cup of the broth and continue mashing until almost smooth. If the mixture is dry and falling apart, add a few spoonfuls of the cooking water and continue mashing. The mixture should be thick and hold together. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the beef and spread out in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring and breaking into small bits, until browned, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a dish with a slotted spoon.
- Add the oil to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Add the carrots, garlic, celery, onions and some salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are browned and tender, about 10 minutes. Add the flour and tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and remaining 1 cup broth. Bring to a boil, and then stir in the peas and the beef and its accumulated juices. Remove from the heat.
- In a 3-quart ceramic flameproof baking dish, spread the beef mixture in an even layer. Spoon the potato mixture evenly on top. Bake until the beef mixture is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and broil until the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes more. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calorie, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 37 milligrams, Sodium 372 milligrams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 11 grams
CHILI SHEPHERD'S PIE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, small yellow onion, garlic, lean ground beef, McCormick® Original Chili Seasoning, tomato, tomato sauce, red kidney bean, kosher salt, shredded cheddar cheese, idaho potatoes, sour cream, unsalted butter, half & half, McCormick® Garlic Powder, ground white pepper, kosher salt
Provided by McCormick
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Make the chili: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 6 minutes. Add the ground beef and McCormick® Original Chili Seasoning, and stir with a wooden spoon to break up the ground beef into small pieces. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes, or until the beef is fully cooked through. Stir in the tomato sauce and salt, and cook for another 2 minutes, until thickened slightly. Add the canned kidney beans and mix until combined.
- Pour the ground beef mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top.
- Make the mashed potatoes: Peel and quarter the potatoes. Place in a pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, 20-30 minutes. Drain the potatoes and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add sour cream and melted butter to the bowl with the potatoes. Using an electric hand mixer on medium-low speed, whip the potatoes until smooth. Add the half-and-half, McCormick® Garlic Powder, white pepper, and salt, and mix on low speed until combined.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the chili.
- Turn the broiler on high. Broil the shepherd's pie for 10 minutes, or until the top is light golden brown. Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 944 calories, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 6 grams
UPDATED SHEPHERDS PIE
An easy shepherd's pie made with lean ground beef has a light but flavorful layer of creamy mashed potatoes on top.
Provided by Kraft
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Kraft Natural Shredded Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook potatoes and garlic in boiling water in large saucepan 20 min. or until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, brown meat in large nonstick skillet. Stir in flour; cook 1 min. Add mixed vegetables, broth and ketchup; cook 5 min., stirring frequently.
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Drain potatoes; return to pan. Add sour cream; mash until potatoes are smooth and mixture is well blended. Stir in 1/4 cup cheese.
- Spoon meat mixture into 8-inch square baking dish; cover with potatoes.
- BAKE 18 min. Top with remaining cheese; bake 2 min. or until melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 284.7 mg, Sugar 4 g
GROUND TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE
Lean ground turkey has significantly less saturated fat than beef. It tastes rich and earthy when simmered with chipotle chili powder. Carrots and peas brighten the filling, while yogurt, stirred into the mashed potatoes and parsnips, adds calcium.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Make the topping: Place potatoes and parsnips in a medium saucepan, cover with water by 2 inches, and bring to a simmer. Cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, reserving 2 cups cooking liquid. Pass potatoes and parsnips through a ricer. Stir in yogurt and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Season with pepper.
- Make the filling: Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, celery, carrots, and garlic, stirring, until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Add turkey; cook, breaking up any large pieces, for 5 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, the thyme, and chili powder; season with pepper. Whisk together cornstarch and reserved 2 cups cooking liquid; add to turkey. Boil for 1 minute. Stir in peas. Transfer to a 2-quart round or oval baking dish; top with potatoes. Bake until bubbling and top is browned, 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 g, Cholesterol 46 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 33 g, Sodium 459 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you use, the more nutritious the shepherd's pie will be. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, peas, and corn. You can also use frozen vegetables.
- Cook the vegetables before adding them to the pie. This will help them to retain their nutrients and flavor.
- Use lean ground beef. This will help to reduce the fat content of the shepherd's pie.
- Use a whole wheat or multigrain breadcrumb topping. This will add fiber and nutrients to the pie.
- Bake the shepherd's pie at a high temperature. This will help to brown the topping and create a crispy crust.
Conclusion:
Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a hearty and filling dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. This recipe is a healthier version of the traditional shepherd's pie, using lean ground beef, a variety of vegetables, and a whole wheat breadcrumb topping. It is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own liking. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this lean shepherd's pie a try.
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