Upside-Down Shepherd’s Pie

For a quick and hearty meal, you might want to try the Upside-Down Shepherd’s Pie recipe. We’ve streamlined the process, placing the savory, veggie-filled beef mixture atop a bed of creamy mashed potatoes.

Prep Time: Approximately 15-20 minutes

Cook Time: Approximately 25-30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the beef mixture:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 10 ounces 90% lean ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion
• ½ cup chopped turnip (about 3 oz.)
• ½ cup chopped carrot (approximately 1 medium carrot)
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups unsalted beef stock
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ⅓ teaspoon kosher salt

For the mashed potatoes:

• 3 cups frozen mashed potatoes (e.g., Ore-Ida Steam n’ Mash)
• ⅓ cup 2% reduced-fat milk

Instructions:

Preparing the beef mixture:

1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles as it browns.
2. Incorporate the chopped onion, turnip, carrot, rosemary, and minced garlic. Sauté for an additional 6 minutes or until the vegetables are tender, giving them an occasional stir.
3. Whisk together the unsalted beef stock and all-purpose flour. Pour this mixture into the skillet, bringing it to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and let it simmer for 4 minutes or until it thickens.
4. Add the frozen green peas, black pepper, and kosher salt to the skillet. Stir well.

Preparing the mashed potatoes:

1. Place the frozen mashed potatoes in a microwave-safe dish, covering it with plastic wrap. Microwave the potatoes on HIGH for 6 minutes.
2. Once done, add the reduced-fat milk to the potatoes and mash them to your desired consistency.

Assembling the dish:

1. Divide the mashed potatoes evenly among four shallow bowls.
2. Top the mashed potatoes with the beef mixture.

• Calories: 325
• Fat: 11.2g
• Saturated Fat: 3.6g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 5.6g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7g
• Protein: 21g
• Carbohydrates: 34g
• Fiber: 5g

Nutritional facts are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes.

Cooking Tips:

• Customize your mashed potatoes with a touch of butter or grated cheese for added flavor.
• Opt for ground turkey if you prefer a leaner meat option.
• Experiment with various herbs and spices to tailor the flavor to your preferences.