Keto Shepherd's Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Topping
This keto shepherd's pie is a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cold winter night. The creamy sweet potato topping is the perfect foil for the savory ground beef filling, and the whole dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Shepherd's pie is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by families for centuries. The dish is typically made with ground lamb or beef, vegetables, and a mashed potato topping. While shepherd's pie is delicious, it is not the most keto-friendly dish. This recipe for keto shepherd's pie is a delicious and healthy alternative to the traditional dish. The ground beef is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with beef broth, tomato paste, and herbs. The sweet potato topping is made with mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, and butter. The combination of the savory filling and the sweet topping is simply irresistible.
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Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and mashed
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Spread the ground beef mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with the eggs and butter. Spread the sweet potato mixture over the ground beef.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven until the sweet potato topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly, about 30 minutes.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Why It Works
  • The ground beef is browned in a hot skillet to create a flavorful crust.
  • The sauce is made with beef broth, tomato paste, and herbs to add depth of flavor.
  • The sweet potato topping is made with mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, and butter to create a creamy and flavorful topping.
  • The dish is baked in a preheated oven until the sweet potato topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.