Savory Ground Lamb Shepherds Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash
Savory Ground Lamb Shepherds Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together rich flavors and delightful textures, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings. The succulent ground lamb filling is infused with aromatic herbs and spices, topped with a velvety sweet potato mash that adds a touch of sweetness. This dish not only satisfies hunger but also warms the heart. Perfect for both casual weeknights and special occasions, this shepherd’s pie promises to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- Sweet potatoes, for topping
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, carrot, and celery; cook until softened.
- Stir in ground lamb and cook until browned. Mix in tomato paste, herbs, salt, pepper, broth, and frozen peas.
- Boil peeled sweet potatoes until tender; drain and mash with salt until creamy.
- Spread the lamb mixture in a baking dish; top with mashed sweet potatoes.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 25-30 minutes until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg