Best 8 Shepherds Pie With Sweet Potato Topping Recipes

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In this article, you will find a delightful and irresistible recipe for a hearty and comforting meal: Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato Topping. This classic dish, with its origins in the United Kingdom, combines the savory flavors of ground beef, vegetables, and a rich gravy, all topped with a sweet and creamy layer of mashed sweet potatoes. Let us take you through the steps to create this culinary masterpiece, a perfect dish to warm your soul on a cold day.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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As a child, shepherd's pie was one of my favorites. But now, having cut white potatoes out of our diet, I experimented with sweet potatoes in this dish for two. The result is different, but just as yummy! -Tanya Marcketti, Golden, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large sweet potato
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (8-3/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup tomato sauce
Dash each ground cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Scrub and pierce sweet potato; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning once., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the corn, tomato sauce and spices. Place in a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside., When cool enough to handle, cut potato in half; scoop out the pulp and place in a small bowl. Mash with butter, milk, salt and pepper. Spread evenly over meat mixture., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 900mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Shepherd's pie has endless variations - this tempting version uses Veggie Ground Round and is topped with sweet potato mash.

Provided by Yves Veggie Cuisine

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Yves Veggie Cuisine

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons soft, non-hydrogenated margarine
¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoons Spectrum® Canola Oil
1 (340 gram) package Yves Veggie Cuisine® Original Veggie Ground Round
1 green pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup Imagine® Low Sodium Organic Vegetable Broth
1 cup combined, Yves Veggie Cuisine® sweet peas, Yves Veggie Cuisine® whole kernel Golden Corn and carrots

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In pot of boiling water, cook potatoes for about 15 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain well and return to pot. Add margarine and half of the fresh ground pepper and mash until smooth; set aside.
  • In a non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook ground round, green pepper and garlic, stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  • Add stock to skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Add peas, corn, carrots, and remaining ground pepper.
  • Spread mixture into 8-inch (2 L) square baking dish. Spread mashed potato over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until bubbly around edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 729.2 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

SWEET POTATO-TOPPED SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Treat your family with this casserole that's made with beef, carrots and sweet potatoes - a delicious dinner!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 cup chopped carrots
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 can (14 oz) reduced-sodium fat-free beef broth
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
4 1/2 teaspoons flour
4 1/2 teaspoons water
1/2 cup frozen (thawed) chopped spinach, squeezed to drain
3 cups cubed peeled Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1 1/2 lb)
3 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes
1/3 cup low-fat (1%) milk
2 tablespoons light stick butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Spray shallow 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion, carrots and garlic over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and the thyme. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • In small bowl, mix flour and water. Stir into beef mixture. Cook 2 minutes, stirring until thickened. Stir in spinach. In large saucepan, place potatoes and enough water to cover. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until tender; drain. In large bowl, beat potatoes, milk, butter and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth.
  • Spoon beef mixture into casserole. Top with potato mixture. Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until potatoes begin to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg

VEGGIE SHEPHERD'S PIE WITH SWEET POTATO MASH



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The secret to this shepherd's pie filling is to choose big carrots so they don't lose their texture when cooked

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, halved and sliced
2 large carrots (500g/1lb 2oz in total), cut into sugar-cube size pieces
2 tbsp thyme chopped
200ml red wine
400g can chopped tomatoes
2 vegetable stock cubes
410g can green lentils
950g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
25g butter
85g vegetarian mature cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan, then fry 1 halved and sliced large onion until golden.
  • Add 2 large carrots, cut into sugar-cube size pieces and most of the 2 tbsp chopped thyme, reserving a sprinkling for later.
  • Pour in 200ml red wine, 150ml water and a 400g chopped tomatoes, then crumble in 2 vegetable stock cubes and simmer for 10 mins.
  • Tip in a 410g can green lentils, including the juice, then cover and simmer for another 10 mins until the carrots still have a bit of bite and the lentils are pulpy.
  • Meanwhile, boil 950g sweet potatoes, cut into chunks, for 15 mins until tender, drain well, then mash with 25g butter and season to taste.
  • Pile the lentil mixture into a pie dish, spoon the mash on top, then sprinkle over 85g grated vegetarian mature cheddar and the remaining thyme. The pie can now be covered and chilled for 2 days, or frozen for up to a month.
  • Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Cook for 20 mins if cooking straightaway, or for 40 mins from chilled, until golden and hot all the way through. Serve with broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 66 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 33 grams sugar, Fiber 16 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 2.39 milligram of sodium

SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Provided by Wendy Giman

Categories     Fruit     Garlic     Onion     turkey     Bake     Dinner     Broccoli     Bell Pepper     Sweet Potato/Yam     Healthy     Self

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Filling:
3 Adobo-Glazed Mini Turkey Loaves , mashed
1 cup Broccoli and Red Bell Pepper Mix
1 chipotle chile, diced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping:
1 1/2 cups Mashed Sweet Potatoes
1/4 cup Onion and Garlic Mix
1 teaspoon light butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chives, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Filling:
  • Combine all filling ingredients in a bowl; mix well. Spread into a 10" pie plate.
  • Topping:
  • Combine all topping ingredients except chives in a bowl. Spread on top of filling. If not serving immediately, cover and freeze. Or bake at 400° until top browns, about 20 minutes. Garnish with chives.
  • To reheat:
  • Microwave on high for 4 minutes or bake at 400°F for 25 minutes. Garnish with chives.

SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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We clipped out this recipe and I want to post it for safe-keeping. I believe it is originally from www.turkeyrecipes.ca, and the description is as follows: "Here is a comforting nutritious dish to put together for a cold, windy fall or winter night".

Provided by Marina K

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 large sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 kg ground turkey
3 large carrots, chopped
1 cup button mushroom
1 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup barbecue sauce or 1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Spray a 9" x 13" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Prick each sweet potato several times with a fork and microwave in batches until tender (about four minutes per potato).
  • Remove skins and place in a large bowl. Add remaining topping ingredients and mash well. Then set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F
  • In a large skillet, heat oil on medium-high heat.
  • Saute onions until translucent; add garlic and saute for 30 more seconds.
  • Add turkey and saute until meat is starting to brown, then add carrots, mushrooms and peas and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste, barbecue sauce and flour, then blend well.
  • Stir in chicken stock and continue cooking until mixture starts to thicken, about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  • Turn into baking dish and spread evenly, then top with sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the sides start to bubble and the top starts to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.3, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 107.9, Sodium 378.1, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 8.6, Protein 26.9

SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Swap mashed potato for vibrant sweet potato and bulk out your lean lamb or beef mince with red lentils for a slimmer take on this comforting classic

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tbsp rapeseed oil
2 onions , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , chopped
2 carrots , grated or finely diced
2 tbsp fresh thyme leaf
400g pack extra-lean minced lamb or beef
85g red lentil
350g swede , diced
2 tbsp plain flour
750ml reduced-salt beef stock
200ml red wine
350g potato , diced
650g sweet potato , diced
150g 0% plain probiotic yogurt
generous grating of nutmeg
green vegetables , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan, then fry the onions for 6 mins until starting to turn golden. Add the garlic, carrots and thyme, and cook for 4 mins more. Stir in the mince, breaking it up with the spoon. When it has turned brown, add the lentils and swede with the flour. Cook for 1-2 mins, then gradually add the stock and red wine. Cover and simmer for 35-40 mins.
  • Meanwhile, boil all the potatoes for 15-20 mins until tender, then drain and mash with the yogurt, nutmeg and black pepper. Spoon the meat mixture into a 2-litre ovenproof dish, spread or pipe the potato mixture on top, then grill until the topping starts to brown. (If making ahead, reheat in the oven at 180C/160C fan/gas 4 for 45 mins.) Serve with green veg, such as peas and broccoli.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

SWEET POTATO AND TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This Thanksgiving-inspired version of Shepherd's Pie is wonderful year-round. Savory turkey is mixed with a touch of stuffing and a layer of vegetables, all topped with a fluffy and sweet potato mixture. Don't have time to make from scratch? Then simply substitute your turkey dinner leftovers! Chopped, cooked turkey and your homemade gravy can be substituted for the ground turkey mixture. Leftover vegetables greatly reduce prep time.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
¼ cup egg substitute
⅓ cup light sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
½ cup chopped onion
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon crumbled dried thyme
¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ cup chicken stock
½ cup hot milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 dash browning sauce
1 ⅓ cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix
1 cup peas
¾ cup corn
½ teaspoon crumbled dried thyme
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart, deep-dish casserole pan.
  • Place the sweet potato, russet potato, and carrot each in separate saucepans. Pour enough water into each saucepan to cover the vegetables. Place each saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Cook each until tender enough to pierce with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes; drain. Set the carrots aside.
  • Place the drained sweet potato and russet potato in a large mixing bowl; mash lightly. Add the egg substitute and sour cream. Blend the potato mixture with an electric hand mixer set to medium until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the turkey in the hot oil until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, celery, garlic, 1 teaspoon thyme, and poultry seasoning. Cook until the turkey is cooked through and no longer pink. Increase the heat to medium-high. Pour the chicken stock into the turkey mixture. Whisk together the hot milk and flour until smooth. When the chicken stock begins to boil, add the flour mixture to the stock and stir until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in Worcestershire sauce and browning sauce.
  • Pour the turkey mixture into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the stuffing mix over the turkey mixture. Arrange the carrots, peas, and corn atop the stuffing mix. Season with thyme, salt and pepper. Spoon the potato mixture over the vegetables, spreading to cover all the way to the edges of the dish. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • Bake in preheated oven until top is slightly browned, about 35 minutes. Allow to rest 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.8 calories, Carbohydrate 65.7 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 566.3 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

Tips:

1. Use ground lamb or beef to create a flavorful base for your Shepherd's Pie. You can also use a combination of both meats for a richer flavor. 2. Roast vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions for added sweetness and texture. 3. Simmer the vegetables in broth or wine to enhance their flavor. 4. For a creamy sauce, use a roux made from butter and flour. 5. Add a layer of sweet potato topping for a unique and delicious twist. 6. Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. 7. Season the sweet potato topping with nutmeg, cinnamon, and brown sugar for a warm and inviting flavor. 8. Bake the Shepherd's Pie until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling hot. 9. Let the Shepherd's Pie rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. 10. Enjoy your Shepherd's Pie with a side salad or vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Shepherd's Pie is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its savory filling, creamy sauce, and sweet potato topping, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next family gathering or potluck. The tips and tricks provided in this article will help you create a delicious and memorable Shepherd's Pie that everyone will love. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy this hearty and satisfying meal.

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