Ground Turkey Shepherd's Pie
A comforting and hearty dish featuring healthy ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 unit onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth Use gluten-free broth for a gluten-free option.
- 4 cups mashed potatoes Leftover or freshly made.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add ground turkey, cooking until browned.
- Stir in carrots, peas, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the broth and let simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Transfer the turkey mixture to a baking dish.
- Top with an even layer of mashed potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the turkey mixture. This recipe can be easily modified with other vegetables like corn or green beans.