If you’re craving a cozy and comforting dinner that’s nutrient-dense and satisfying, this Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is going to be your new go-to meal! This dish is using wholesome ingredients and it’s so easy to make! This dinner is perfect for any night of the week and also makes great leftovers for lunch the next day! Packed with veggies and protein, this gluten-free and easily adaptable dish is a family-friendly favorite that’s great for meal prep and freezer-friendly for busy weeknights.
This lightened-up take on a classic comfort food is filling and well-rounded, with a warm and hearty blend of flavors. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a freezer-friendly meal prep option, this meal is sure to become a staple in your rotation. If you love shepherd’s pie, you will also love my Paleo Shepherd’s Pie and Shepherd’s Pie Stuffed Potatoes.
What Is Shepherd’s Pie?
Shepherd’s pie is a classic British dish that’s a comforting and hearty meal. Essentially, shepherd’s pie is a casserole with a meaty filling and a potato crust. It’s a simple yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner at home. This dish is typically made with ground lamb, but ground beef is also very common and what I used in my recipe!
Equipment Needed
All you need to make this Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is a pan, cutting board, knife, pot and a mixer or a bowl and fork to mash the potatoes.
Ingredients Needed
Oil: I used avocado oil to oil the pan. I also added some to the mashed sweet potatoes.
Ground Beef: I used ground beef in this recipe! You can use any type of ground meat you have on hand though.
Vegetables: I used frozen vegetables to make this recipe super quick! The mixture I purchased had peas and carrots.
Onion: I love adding sweet onion to shepherd’s pie. It gives it a great flavor.
Garlic: In shepherd’s pie, garlic plays a crucial role in enhancing the flavor of the meat and vegetable filling
Salt: My favorite is Redmond’s Real Salt because it is high-quality and made with zero fillers. If you use my discount code LESSWITHLAUR you can get 15% off Redmond’s website.
Coconut Aminos: I love using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce in this recipe! I purchase a lot of my grocery staples on Thrive Market because they have amazing prices and it gets delivered right to your doorstep! If you use my link to sign up, you get 30% off your first box and a $60 gift!
Chicken Broth: I used chicken broth in this recipe, but feel free to use any other broth you love. Broth adds flavor and keeps the filling moist in this recipe.
Sweet Potatoes: I topped my shepherd’s pie with sweet potatoes! I love sweet potatoes in this dish because it adds a sweet flavor to this savory dish.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Step 2: Chop onion, potatoes and garlic.
Step 3: Brown ground beef in cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Step 4: Add in garlic, vegetables, coconut aminos and broth and cook until lightly browned.
Step 5: While the beef and vegetables are cooking, boil water for potatoes.
Step 6: Add potatoes to water and boil until soft.
Step 7: Strain potatoes and mix with oil, using a mixer or by hand.
Step 8: Spread potatoes over beef mixture and bake in the oven at 375°F for 20-30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Storage
Store this sweet potato shepherd’s pie in an airtight container for 4-5 days in the refrigerator. This meal can also be frozen and reheated later!
How To Serve
Shepherd’s pie is a hearty meal that can be enjoyed on its own, but feel free to serve it with a side dish as well! Pair this meal with a green salad, bread or peas.
Here are some more tips for serving:
Serve hot: Shepherd’s pie is best enjoyed hot and fresh from the oven.
Garnish generously: Sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added flavor and visual appeal.
Leftovers: Shepherd’s pie reheats well. Simply reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven.
Variations
Meat: I used ground beef in this recipe but you can also use ground turkey or ground lamb.
Vegetables: I used carrots, onions and peas for this dish. Feel free to add in additional vegetables like corn, mushrooms, broccoli and spinach!
Sauce: I used coconut aminos because I am allergic to soy, but you can also use soy sauce.
Broth: I used chicken stock in this recipe, but feel free to use bone broth, chicken broth or beef broth!
Recipe FAQ
Can you freeze shepherd’s pie?
Yes, this dish can be frozen and reheated later!
Can I prep this ahead of time?
Yes, this meal makes a delicious meal prep!
What should I serve with shepherd’s pie?
I like to serve mine with a side salad!
What is the difference between shepherd’s pie and cottage pie?
Cottage pie is typically made with ground beef instead of lamb. The terms are typically used interchangeably in the United States though.
Is this dish gluten free and dairy free?
Yes, this dish is naturally gluten free and dairy free. You will need to ensure that the sauce and broth you are using are both gluten free and dairy free as well!
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Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Equipment
- 1 pan
- 1 cutting board
- 1 knife
- 1 pot
- 1 mixer (or option to mix by hand)
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 package ground beef
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 1 sweet onion
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Chop onion, potatoes and garlic.
- Brown ground beef in cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Add in garlic, vegetables, coconut aminos and broth and cook until lightly browned.
- While the beef and vegetables are cooking, boil water for potatoes.
- Add potatoes to water and boil until soft.
- Strain potatoes and mix with oil, using a mixer or by hand.
- Spread potatoes over beef mixture and bake in the oven at 375°F for 20-30 minutes.
So so good!! We had Tamari in the pantry and used that, also added chopped mushrooms to the mix.
The recipe had onions in it, but not the shopping list so I missed that, however, I’d personally prefer it without the onions. Took about 1.5hrs due to the potatoes boiling.
Sorry about that!! That sounds yummy!