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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

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This Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie is such a healthier, yet delicious version of the original! It is such a well balanced meal with the veggie & meat filling and sweet potato topping. The traditional Shepherd's Pie dish is Irish and made with lamb or beef with a rich gravy & cheesy potato topping. This is such a popular classic dish but you know me, I like to make those healthier versions that are just as yummy! I have gotten so much positive feedback on this recipe on Instagram! I hope you give this recipe a try and love it as much as I do!

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Reasons to Love This Dish

  • Easy: This soup is so easy to make and requires very basic ingredients that you probably already have at home.
  • Macros/Nutritious: This soup is only 260 calories a serving and packed with veggies & protein! There are 24 grams of protein per serving, can you believe that? This soup will keep you full for a long time.

Nutritional Benefits

  • Ground Turkey: Ground turkey is the best substitute for ground beef. I try to stay away from red meat as much as possible! Ground turkey is rich in protein, low in fat, and full of Vitamin B and other minerals.
  • Peas: Peas are a good source of Vitamins C & E, zinc, and other antioxidants that strengthen your immune system.

Ingredients

For the Topping:

  • Sweet Potatoes - 1 1/2 pounds of sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped.
  • Italian Seasoning - 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
  • Dan-O's Original Seasoning - 1/2 teaspoon of Dan-O's original seasoning. You can use the code COOKINGKATIE for 10% off!
  • Salt & Pepper - To taste.

For the Filling:

  • Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Yellow Onion - 1/2 of a medium yellow onion, diced.
  • Ground Turkey - 1 1/2 pounds of lean ground turkey.
  • Tomato Paste - 2 tablespoons of tomato paste.
  • Garlic - 2 teaspoons of minced garlic.
  • Smoked Paprika - 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika, or a little less depending on how strong of that flavor you want!
  • Chicken Broth - 1 cup of low sodium chicken broth.
  • Peas - 1 cup of frozen peas.
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How To Make It

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot with just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Drain and mash, then season with Dan-O’s & Italian seasoning.
  4. Heat up the olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions for 3-4 minutes, then add in the garlic and cook for another minute or so.
  5. Add in the ground turkey and cook until the meat is cooked through, 165°F.
  6. Stir in the tomato paste, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Simmer for a few minutes until the liquid is reduced, then stir in the peas.
  7. Spread the meat mixture into an 11x7 baking dish. Add mashed sweet potatoes on top and spread it evenly across the top.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes and enjoy!
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How To Store Leftovers

You can store your leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. When you are ready to enjoy them again, just pop them in the microwave for a minute and a half or so!

My favorite storage containers are by the brand Razab. I have done some fun giveaways with them in the past and truly love their dishes so much. All of their containers are BPA free, oven safe, freezer safe, dishwasher save, and have steam release valves! You can find them on Amazon here if you want to check them out.

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Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 35 mins
Servings 6
Calories 294 kcal
Dietary Dairy Free, Gluten Free
Description

This Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie is such a healthier, yet delicious version of the original! It is such a well balanced meal with the veggie & meat filling and sweet potato topping. The traditional Shepherd's Pie dish is Irish and made with lamb or beef with a rich gravy & cheesy potato topping. This is such a popular classic dish but you know me, I like to make those healthier versions that are just as yummy! I have gotten so much positive feedback on this recipe on Instagram! I hope you give this recipe a try and love it as much as I do!

Ingredients
    For the Topping:
  • 1 1/2 lb sweet potatoes (peeled & chopped)
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Dan-O's Original Seasoning (Use the code COOKINGKATIE for 10% off!)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
    • For the Filling:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1/2 yellow onion (medium, diced)
  • 1 1/2 lb ground turkey (I used 93%)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika (or a little less, depending on how strong you want the flavor.)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (organic, low sodium)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.

  2. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot with just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

  3. Drain and mash, then season with Dan-O’s & Italian seasoning.

  4. Heat up the olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions for 3-4 minutes, then add in the garlic and cook for another minute or so.

  5. Add in the ground turkey and cook until the meat is cooked through, 165°F.

  6. Stir in the tomato paste, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Simmer for a few minutes until the liquid is reduced, then stir in the peas.

  7. Spread the meat mixture into an 11x7 baking dish. Add mashed sweet potatoes on top and spread it evenly across the top.

  8. Bake for 15 minutes and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 294kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.9g14%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 78.2mg27%
Sodium 266.7mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 27.7g10%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
Sugars 6.8g
Protein 26g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Keywords: dinner, potatoes, pie, sweet potatoes
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