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#1 Healthy Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

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This sweet potato shepherd’s pie gets a flavorful twist with whipped sweet potatoes scented with maple and orange zest. Comfort food you can feel good about eating.

Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie on a plate with a spoon

I don’t know what the weather is like in your neck of the woods but around here it looks a little bit like Siberia. But if I’m being honest, I really don’t mind. The snow is gorgeous and there is nothing more beautiful than waking up to a winter wonderland where the sun makes everything sparkle like fairy dust.

What can I say, I’m a Michigan gal and you couldn’t pay me to live without four seasons. Aside from the beauty, the other best thing about winter is the chance to cozy up by the fire in flannel without any guilt!

Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes - The Lemon Bowl

And since we’re talking about guilt-free indulgences, I can’t wait to tell you about this Shepherd’s Pie with Whipped Sweet Potatoes. Whenever I make mashed root vegetables, I always make a little extra to re-purpose into something new.

Shepherds Pie with Sweet Potatoes

When I recently created Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes with Orange Zest, I knew I would be enjoying a Shepherd’s pie in my near future. Perhaps it’s my Irish roots (kiss me!) or maybe it’s my comfort-food-loving husband but this time of year begs for a warm and hearty casserole.

And since I’m working on those last 10 pounds, this is a healthier version you can feel good about eating.

Your fork is waiting.

Shepherds Pie with Sweet Potatoes

Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

3.87 stars average
Shepherd’s pie gets a flavorful twist with whipped sweet potatoes scented with maple and orange zest. Comfort food you can feel good about eating.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Serves6
CourseMain Dish
Calories415

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 pound ground sirloin (turkey chicken or lamb also work)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic grated
  • 2 tablespoons white whole wheat flour or all-purpose
  • 2 cups beef or chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup peas frozen
  • 4 cups Maple Whipped Sweet Potatoes
  • 6 ounces shredded Manchego cheese or other sharp cheese

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Heat a large, deep sauté pan over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray.
  3. Add ground sirloin to the hot pan along with Worcester sauce, sage, thyme, salt and cayenne. Cook until browned, 7-9 minutes, using a wooden spoon to break down meat. Remove cooked beef from pan and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, sauté carrots, onions and minced garlic over medium heat until tender, about 6-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add reserved beef back to the pan and sprinkle entire mixture with flour. Cook for 60 seconds then pour in chicken broth. Bring back to a boil then reduce heat to low. Simmer until gravy starts to form.
  6. Stir in frozen peas and cook until heated through, 1-2 minutes.
  7. Spread beef and vegetable mixture in an even layer on the bottom of a casserole or 8 x 11 baking dish.
  8. Top the beef mixture with the whipped sweet potatoes and use a rubber or offset spatula to spread evenly.
  9. Sprinkle with shredded cheese then bake in the oven until bubbly and golden brown on top, 45-55 minutes depending on oven strength.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 28gFat: 19.8gSaturated Fat: 11.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.6gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 954mgFiber: 5.4gSugar: 15.1g

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32 responses to “#1 Healthy Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie”

  1. JESSICA GRUBER Avatar
    JESSICA GRUBER

    Do you know if this could be assembled, frozen & then baked? If so, what would the time/temp be for a thawed casserole?

  2. Jen @ Carlsbad Cravings Avatar
    Jen @ Carlsbad Cravings

    This looks SO good! I am in love with the whipped sweet potatoes! Fabulous idea!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Aww thank you so much Jen!!

  3. rachel Avatar
    rachel

    love the addition of sweet potatoes! yummy!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      It really took it to the next level!

  4. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles Avatar
    Brenda @ a farmgirl’s dabbles

    Sweet potatoes with maple and orange? This shepherds pie sounds wonderful!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I couldn’t resist adding the maple and orange – it was the perfect balance to the Shepherd’s Pie!! Hope you’re doing well friend!

  5. Susan Avatar
    Susan

    This sounds absolutely delicious. I have a sweet potato shepherd’s pie recipe I’ve been using, but I think this one sounds better.

    You may like snow now, but wait until you get old and don’t like cold any more… Our highs this week are in the mid-60s, lows in the mid-40s – very pleasant. The one thing I miss about snow, which we rarely have, is those days when you wake up to the sparkle of the sun shining on ice-covered trees. The whole world looks like a crystal chandelier, one of the prettiest sights I know.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You know you make a great point about the snow – haha!

  6. Aggie Avatar
    Aggie

    I have totally been craving shepherds pie lately, this looks so delicious! Love the sweet potato topping – perfect!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I hope you try it girl!

  7. beverley Avatar
    beverley

    what a great idea…I love sweet potato! I know this will be a favorite in our house. Thank you Liz you’re the best xoxo

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Aww I hope you like it Beverley!