Beef Shepherd Pie with Sweet Potato Mash
A comforting beef shepherd pie topped with creamy sweet potato mash, combining rich flavors and a healthy twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in tomato paste, mixed vegetables, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until mixture thickens.
- Transfer beef mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with sweet potato mash, smoothing the surface with a spoon.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes until the top is slightly golden.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, then serve.
Notes
For an extra crispy topping, sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the sweet potato mash before baking.