How to Make Autumn Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the weather turns cooler and the leaves begin to change, there's nothing quite like cozying up with a warm and hearty meal. And when it comes to comfort food, it's hard to beat a classic shepherd's pie. This dish, traditionally made with a savory meat filling topped with mashed potatoes, is the epitome of comfort and warmth. But for a seasonal twist, why not try making an Autumn Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie?

This recipe takes all the traditional elements of a shepherd's pie and adds...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground ancho chile powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin
  • 4 cups mashed, seasoned sweet potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground turkey until browned, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in onion, bell pepper, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, ancho chile powder, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion and peppers have softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and pumpkin. Top with mashed sweet potatoes and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until flavors are well combined and sweet potatoes are browned, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    452 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 766mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 113mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 852mg