Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie
This comforting shepherd's pie is a hearty and wholesome dish that combines flavorful minced meat with a medley of vegetables, all topped with a creamy sweet potato mash. The rich aroma of garlic, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce creates a delicious filling, while the smooth and velvety sweet potato topping adds a touch of sweetness to every bite. This classic dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week ahead. Serve with your favorite green veggies for a balanced and satisfying meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 250g extra-lean mince
- 2 onions , chopped
- 3 carrots , diced
- 2 celery sticks , diced
- 2 garlic cloves , crushed
- 200ml lamb stock
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Marmite
- 1 x 400g tin lentils , drained
- 1kg sweet potatoes , chopped
- 2 tbsp half fat crème fraîche
- 1 bunch chives , snipped
Instructions
- 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.
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 434 calories
- Fat Content: 12 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 4 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 50 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 17 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 9 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 28 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.6 milligram of sodium
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