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

Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food dish that traditionally features a savory meat filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes. But for those looking for a healthier, plant-based twist on this beloved recipe, look no further than this Sweet Potato-Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie. Packed with hearty vegetables and aromatic spices, this dish is a satisfying and nutritious alternative to the traditional version.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • ½ pound cauliflower florets, chopped
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons light olive oil
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup peas
  • ½ cup corn
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place sweet potatoes in a pot and add water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes. Add cauliflower and more water if needed; cook until all vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes more. Drain. Mash sweet potatoes and cauliflower with 1/4 cup broth, butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots and onion; saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; cook 5 minutes more. Add beef; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle tapioca starch over the beef mixture in the skillet. Add 1 cup broth, peas, corn, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Spread beef mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with mashed sweet potato mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until slightly browned on top, about 25 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 1047mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 101mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 632mg