Best 2 Tex Mex Shepherd Pie Recipes

Tex Mex shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food with a twist of Mexican flavor. This hearty casserole features a layer of seasoned ground beef, a layer of sweet corn and black beans, and a topping of creamy mashed potatoes, all baked to perfection and served with a sprinkle of shredded cheese. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your friends and family, tex mex shepherd's pie is sure to hit the spot.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN TEX-MEX SHEPHERD'S PIE

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Make and share this Vegetarian Tex-Mex Shepherd's Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miraklegirl

Categories Savory Pies

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

6 potatoes (Yukon Gold are good if you can get them)
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 carrots, diced
1 onion, diced
1 red pepper, diced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 pinch cayenne
3/4 cup Bulgar wheat
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup corn kernel

Steps:

Boil potatoes until tender, drain and mash.
Blend with milk, parsley, butter and 1/2 tsp.
each of salt and pepper.
Heat oil and sauté carrots, onion, pepper, chili powder, cumin and cayenne for about 5 minutes.
Add bulgur and flour; cook, stirring for 1 minute.
Gradually add stock, cover and cook over low heat until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
Add corn and remaining salt and pepper.
Spread vegetable mixture in 8 inch glass baking dish.
Spread potatoes on top and broil for 2 minutes or until golden.

TEX MEX SHEPHERD PIE

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This is such an easy meal and you can mix it up with anything you have in your pantry. Don't have or can't have corn? Use ranch or black beans. Also if I don't have Rotel then I'll use salsa.

Provided by mary hlav

Categories Savory Pies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 can(s) rotel tomatoes and chilies
1 can(s) corn
1 pkg taco seasoning mix
1 pkg cornbread mix
1/2 c colby jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

1. In an oven-proof dutch oven brown hamburger and drain. Add Rotel, corn and taco seasoning mix. Cook till bubbling
2. While waiting for hamburger mix to cook, prepare cornbread mix according to package instructions and add cheese.
3. Spread cornbread dough over hamburger mixture, place in preheated oven and bake using directions on cornbread package.

Tips:

Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and texture to your shepherd's pie. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, peas, and corn.
Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
Use a flavorful cheese. Cheddar is a classic choice, but you can also use Monterey Jack, Parmesan, or a Mexican cheese blend.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make shepherd's pie, so feel free to add your own personal touch. For example, you could add some chili powder or cumin to the ground beef mixture, or you could top the pie with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.

Conclusion:

Tex-Mex shepherd's pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With its combination of savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and flavorful cheese, this pie is sure to be a hit with the whole family.