Shepardess Pie

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Healthy and Hearty Shepardess Pie Recipe for a Cozy Dinner
in Dinner

Prep

40 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 sweet potatoes , peeled and roughly chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove , peeled and crushed
2 celery ribs , trimmed and finely sliced
1 onion , peeled and finely sliced
350 g butternut squash , peeled , deseeded and chopped into bite-sized pieces
450 ml roasted vegetable stock
410 g can kidney beans , drained and rinsed
410 g can black-eyed peas , drained and rinsed
2 red peppers , deseeded and sliced
2 courgettes , trimmed and sliced
4 tomatoes , sliced in half
1 dessertspoonful arrowroot
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
297
Sugar
9g
Fat
6g
This Shepardess Pie recipe is a vegetarian twist on the classic British dish, Shepherd’s Pie. It's packed full of hearty vegetables and protein, making it a meal that is both nutritious and filling. The creamy sweet potato mash on top gives the dish a lovely sweet flavor and makes it low in fat. This dish is perfect for cold wintery evenings when you want something warm and comforting to eat. It's also a great meal-prep option as it yields several servings that can be reheated throughout the week. Enjoy your delicious and healthy Shepardess Pie!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 220°C/gas 7.
2.Boil the sweet potatoes in a pot filled with salted water for about 15-20 minutes until soft.
3.Mash the boiled sweet potatoes, adding salt and pepper to taste.
4.In a large pan, add the olive oil, garlic, onion, and celery, and sauté for a few minutes until they soften.
5.Add the butternut squash, sliced courgettes, and red peppers and stir well.
6.Pour in the vegetable stock, and add the black-eyed peas and kidney beans along with the sliced tomatoes and parsley.
7.Mix the arrowroot with 2 tbsp of water until it forms a paste. Add this paste to the pan and stir for another minute.
8.Pour the vegetable mixture into an oven-proof dish and spread the mashed sweet potato mixture on top.
9.Place the dish in the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown.
10.Once it is cooked, remove the dish from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and serve hot. Enjoy your Shepardess Pie!

PROS

Shepardess Pie is a well-rounded meal that is loaded with nutritious vegetables and protein, making it a healthy choice for dinner.

The sweet potato mash on top of the dish is both delicious and low in fat.

This recipe yields several servings, making it perfect for meal prepping for the week.

CONS

This recipe takes a bit of time to prepare and cook, so it may not be the best choice for a weeknight dinner when you’re short on time.

It also contains a high amount of sodium, so it may not be suitable for people on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Shepardess Pie recipe is rich in nutrients, fiber, and protein, making it beneficial for your health and wellbeing.
Butternut squash is high in vitamin A and C, fiber, and potassium, which helps in maintaining healthy bones.
The kidney beans and black-eyed peas are excellent sources of protein, iron and antioxidants, which can help in fighting diseases and infections.
Celery is a natural diuretic and can help in reducing bloating and inflammation.

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