Autumn Harvest Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato Crust
This autumn harvest shepherd's pie is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. The sweet potato crust is a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, and the lentil filling is packed with protein and fiber. This dish is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add different vegetables to the filling, or you can use a different type of potato for the crust.
The history of shepherd's pie can be traced back to the early 18th century, when it was a popular dish among shepherds in England. The shepherds would often make the pie with whatever vegetables they had on hand, and they would often use leftover meat from the day before. Over time, shepherd's pie evolved into a more elaborate dish, and it became a staple of British cuisine. Today, shepherd's pie is enjoyed by people all over the world, and it is a particularly popular dish during the fall and winter months.
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Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 45 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Carrots
  • Celery
  • Mushrooms
  • Vegetable broth
  • Lentils
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prick sweet potatoes with a fork and microwave for 5-7 minutes, or until soft.
  3. Scoop out the flesh of the sweet potatoes and mash until smooth.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
  5. Add mushrooms and cook until softened.
  6. Stir in vegetable broth and lentils. Bring to a simmer and cook until lentils are tender.
  7. Transfer the lentil mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Spread the mashed sweet potatoes over the lentil mixture.
Why It Works
  • The sweet potato crust is a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.
  • The lentil filling is packed with protein and fiber.
  • This dish is relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences.
  • Shepherd's pie is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night.