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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.

Shepherd's Pie with Whipped Sweet Potatoes - The Lemon Bowl

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.

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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!

Shepherd's Pie Sweet Potato Topping - The Lemon BowlAnd 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.

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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.

5 from 1 vote
Shepherd's Pie with Whipped Sweet Potatoes - The Lemon Bowl
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Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hrs 15 mins
 
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.
Course: Main Dish
Servings: 6
Calories: 415 kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground sirloin (turkey chicken or lamb also work)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 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
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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 Facts
Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 415 Calories from Fat 178
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.8g 30%
Saturated Fat 11.2g 56%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 87mg 29%
Sodium 954mg 40%
Total Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g 22%
Sugars 15.1g
Protein 28g 56%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Be sure to check out these other delicious Shepherd’s Pie recipes from friends:

Lazy Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie from Oh My Veggies
Low Carb Primal Shepherd’s Pie (with Cauliflower) from All Day I Dream About Food
Southwestern Turkey Shepherd’s Pie from Boulder Locavore
A New Take on Shepherd’s Pie from Hungry Couple NYC
Cottage Pie from Taste and Tell
Shepherd’s Pie Empanadas from Foodie with Family
Lamb and Roasted Root Vegetable Shepherd’s Pie from Farmgirl Gourmet

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  4. 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.

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  16. Would you believe I’ve never made Shepherd’s Pie? It’s one of those staple recipes I feel like I should make. I didn’t grow up eating it, so I guess that’s why. I love your twist of using sweet potatoes! They are my favorite, so I’m sure I’d love Shepherd’s Pie more with them!

    I’m with you on loving snow for now. After Christmas, however, I’m done. :) I grew up in the U.P. but I guess I’ve been away too long!

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