How to Make Legume My Shepherd's Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food dish that has been a staple in many households for generations. Traditionally made with ground meat and topped with mashed potatoes, this hearty casserole is a favorite for family dinners and potlucks. However, for those looking for a plant-based alternative, this Legume Shepherd's Pie recipe is the perfect option.

By swapping out the meat for a medley of hearty legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and mushrooms, this vegetarian twist on the cla...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried lima beans
  • ¼ cup milk
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place the lima beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain and rinse.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Drain the soaked lima beans and cook according to package directions.
  • Blend the cooked lima beans and milk together in a blender until smooth; season with salt. Set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the onion in the hot oil until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken and cook until completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes more. Stir the zucchini, tomato, cumin, and cayenne pepper into the chicken; cook until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 7 minutes more. Spread the mixture into the bottom of an 11x7-inch baking dish; pour the lima bean mixture over the chicken and vegetables in a single, smooth layer. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is browned and crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    707 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 347mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 78g
    • Dietary Fiber: 23g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 60g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 418mg
    • Iron: 10mg
    • Potassium: 2467mg