Nourishing Paleo Shepherd's Pie

This shepherd's pie is a nourishing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The ground lamb is browned and then simmered with vegetables and herbs, and the sweet potato topping is creamy and sweet. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

Shepherd's pie is a classic British dish that has been around for centuries. The dish is traditionally made with ground lamb or mutton, and is topped with a layer of mashed potatoes. However, there are many variations on the classic recipe, and this version uses sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes. Sweet potatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they also have a slightly sweet flavor that pairs well with the savory lamb filling.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground lamb over medium heat.
2. Stir in the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, butter, maple syrup, and spices.
6. Spread the sweet potato mixture over the lamb mixture and bake at 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potato topping is golden brown.
7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Why It Works

• The ground lamb is browned to develop flavor and then simmered with vegetables and herbs to create a flavorful filling.
• The sweet potato topping is made with mashed sweet potatoes, butter, maple syrup, and spices, and it is creamy and sweet.
• The dish is baked until the sweet potato topping is golden brown and bubbly.