Whole30 Air Fryer Shepherd's Pie with Cauliflower Mash
This shepherd's pie is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The ground beef is browned and then simmered in a savory tomato sauce. The cauliflower mash is creamy and smooth, and it provides a nice contrast to the rich meat mixture. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Shepherd's pie is a classic English dish that is typically made with ground lamb or beef. The dish is believed to have originated in the 18th century, when it was a popular meal among shepherds. Shepherds would often cook the dish over an open fire, and they would use whatever vegetables they had on hand. Today, shepherd's pie is still a popular dish, and it is often served at family gatherings and potlucks. There are many different variations of shepherd's pie, but this recipe is a classic take on the dish. The ground beef is browned and then simmered in a savory tomato sauce. The cauliflower mash is creamy and smooth, and it provides a nice contrast to the rich meat mixture. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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Prep time: 30 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery sticks, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, parsley, thyme, and garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to an air fryer-safe baking dish.
  6. Make the cauliflower mash: In a food processor or blender, combine 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets, with 1/2 cup of milk or cream and 1/4 cup of butter. Process until smooth.
  7. Spread the cauliflower mash over the meat mixture.
  8. Air fry for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower mash is golden brown and the meat mixture is bubbly.
Why It Works
  • The ground beef is browned before it is simmered in the tomato sauce. This gives the meat a rich and flavorful taste.
  • The cauliflower mash is made with milk or cream and butter. This makes the mash creamy and smooth.
  • The shepherd's pie is baked in the oven until the cauliflower mash is golden brown and the meat mixture is bubbly. This ensures that the dish is cooked through and that the flavors have had time to meld.