Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

This turkey shepherd's pie is a lighter version of the yummy classic without giving up the great taste.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword dinner, mashed potato meals, turkey dinner

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 363kcal

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and boil a pot of water
Wash and cut potatoes into chunks and boil until soft
After potatoes are cooked drain and put into mixer with butter and whipping cream and whip until mashed up well.
Cook turkey meat on high heat until fully cooked and add wine, beef stock, seasonings, Worcestershire, and frozen veggies and cook on low medium heat
Add cheese to potatoes and mix well
Once all the liquid from the meat mixture has thickened add to a casserole dish and then top with mashed potatoes and cook in oven for 30 minutes

Season Well: Since ground turkey is leaner than beef, it's important to season it well to enhance the flavor. Don't be shy with your herbs and spices.

Potato Tips: Cut the potatoes into smaller chunks to cook them faster. Leaving the skins on red potatoes not only adds texture but also saves you the peeling step.

Cheese Inside: Mixing the cheese into the potatoes instead of on top gives the potatoes a different flavor without an overpowering cheese flavor. This is a great trick if you want to hide the cheese from picky eaters or simply prefer a less cheesy topping.

Frozen Veggies: Using a frozen vegetable melody is a great time-saver and they're just as nutritious as fresh veggies. This can be a good compromise if you have people who prefer canned vegetables, as frozen veggies have a similar texture.

Red Wine for Flavor: Adding red wine to the dish can elevate its flavor. If you don't consume alcohol, you can substitute it with more beef stock or a non-alcoholic red wine.

Baking Time: Make sure to bake the pie until it's heated through and the top is golden. This ensures all the flavors meld together and the potatoes get a nice crust.

Make Ahead: Shepherd's pie is a great make-ahead meal. You can prepare the components ahead of time and assemble and bake when you're ready to eat. It's also freezer-friendly, which makes it a great option for meal prep.