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Active Time:50 minsTotal Time:1 hr 5 minsServings:6
Active Time:50 mins
Active Time:
50 mins
Total Time:1 hr 5 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:6
Servings:
6
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients2poundssweet potatoes, peeled and chopped (6 cups)½cupreduced-fat sour cream2tablespoonsunsalted butter½teaspoonsalt, divided2teaspoonscornstarch1cupunsalted beef broth1poundlean ground beef2mediumcarrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into half-moons1mediumyellow onion, chopped3mediumcloves garlic, finely chopped2tablespoonsno-salt-added tomato paste1tablespoonfinely chopped fresh mixed tender and woody herbs (such as rosemary, sage and thyme)1 ½cupsfrozen peas1tablespoonWorcestershire sauce¾teaspoonground pepper
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Ingredients
2poundssweet potatoes, peeled and chopped (6 cups)
½cupreduced-fat sour cream
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
½teaspoonsalt, divided
2teaspoonscornstarch
1cupunsalted beef broth
1poundlean ground beef
2mediumcarrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into half-moons
1mediumyellow onion, chopped
3mediumcloves garlic, finely chopped
2tablespoonsno-salt-added tomato paste
1tablespoonfinely chopped fresh mixed tender and woody herbs (such as rosemary, sage and thyme)
1 ½cupsfrozen peas
1tablespoonWorcestershire sauce
¾teaspoonground pepper
Directions
Cook the sweet potatoes over low heat, stirring constantly, until all water has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and mash with a potato masher until mostly smooth. Stir in sour cream, butter and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
Whisk cornstarch and broth in a small bowl; set aside.
Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, undisturbed, until browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring and breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 3 minutes. Add carrots, onion and garlic; cook, stirring often, until the carrots and onion soften slightly, about 6 minutes. Add tomato paste and herbs; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir the cornstarch mixture and add to the beef mixture along with peas, Worcestershire, pepper and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring often, until the mixture thickens, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Evenly spread the mashed sweet potato mixture over the beef mixture in the skillet. Using a spoon, decoratively swirl the top. Bake until the topping is hot, 15 to 20 minutes.
Equipment
Large saucepan, large ovenproof skillet
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhile potatoes, in general, seem to have gotten a bad reputation regarding health, all types of potatoes have health benefits—including sweet potatoes. This orange-fleshed spud is jam-packed with vitamin A and also provides protein, fiber, vitamin C, calcium and potassium. Sweet potatoes are also considered a low-glycemic food, so they won’t spike your blood sugar. Not bad for a veggie with “sweet” in its name!Yes, because we use cornstarch instead of flour to thicken it, this recipe is gluten-free.One cup of peas is packed with protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals—including almost a whole day’s worth of vitamin C.Sure! But if you’re doing it to reduce the amount of fat, consider this:There isn’t a whole lot of difference nutrition-wisebetween 93% ground beef and 93% ground turkey. In fact, ground turkey comes in slightly higher in total fat and cholesterol, whereas ground beef has a little more saturated fat. Ground beef is also slightly higher in protein and iron. All-in-all, though, it’s difficult to say whether one is healthier than the other.Yes, if you don’t have fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of mixed dried rosemary, sage and thyme.Serve this hearty shepherd’s pie with a side of green veggies, such assteamed green beans,roasted asparagusorsautéed spinachand a side salad to round out the meal.Absolutely! You can bake the sweet potato shepherd’s pie ahead, cool it completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.After simmering the sweet potatoes, it’s important to drain them well and cook them over low heat until all the water has evaporated. Removing this excess moisture helps prevent the shepherd’s pie from getting too soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
While potatoes, in general, seem to have gotten a bad reputation regarding health, all types of potatoes have health benefits—including sweet potatoes. This orange-fleshed spud is jam-packed with vitamin A and also provides protein, fiber, vitamin C, calcium and potassium. Sweet potatoes are also considered a low-glycemic food, so they won’t spike your blood sugar. Not bad for a veggie with “sweet” in its name!
Yes, because we use cornstarch instead of flour to thicken it, this recipe is gluten-free.
One cup of peas is packed with protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals—including almost a whole day’s worth of vitamin C.
Sure! But if you’re doing it to reduce the amount of fat, consider this:There isn’t a whole lot of difference nutrition-wisebetween 93% ground beef and 93% ground turkey. In fact, ground turkey comes in slightly higher in total fat and cholesterol, whereas ground beef has a little more saturated fat. Ground beef is also slightly higher in protein and iron. All-in-all, though, it’s difficult to say whether one is healthier than the other.
Yes, if you don’t have fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of mixed dried rosemary, sage and thyme.
Serve this hearty shepherd’s pie with a side of green veggies, such assteamed green beans,roasted asparagusorsautéed spinachand a side salad to round out the meal.
Absolutely! You can bake the sweet potato shepherd’s pie ahead, cool it completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
After simmering the sweet potatoes, it’s important to drain them well and cook them over low heat until all the water has evaporated. Removing this excess moisture helps prevent the shepherd’s pie from getting too soggy.
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, August 2021
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)374Calories14gFat42gCarbs21gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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