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Hearty Vegan Shepherd's Pie
Experience a reimagined classic with this Hearty Vegan Shepherd's Pie. Traditionally a meat-filled dish from the British Isles, this vegan version swaps out meat for heart-healthy lentils and an array of vibrant vegetables. All topped with a layer of creamy, golden-brown mashed potatoes. This dish is not only comforting but is also packed with proteins and vitamins. The combination of fragrant rosemary, thyme, and savory vegetables creates a flavorful filling that even non-vegans will find hard to resist.
Ingredients
- Salt and pepper
- to taste
- Rosemary
- 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Thyme
- 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Frozen peas
- 1 cup
- Vegetable broth
- 1 cup
- Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons
- Cooked lentils
- 2 cups
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Celery
- 2 stalks, diced
- Carrots
- 2, diced
- Onion
- 1, diced
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Potatoes
- 5 medium, peeled and diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato paste, vegetable broth, frozen peas, chopped thyme, rosemary, and season with salt and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced.
- Transfer the vegetable and lentil mixture into a baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mash the boiled potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
- Evenly spread the mashed potatoes over the vegetable and lentil mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top of the mashed potatoes is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Once cooked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve hot, and enjoy your hearty, comforting vegan shepherd's pie!
Tips
- For a creamier mashed potato topping, you can mix in some vegan butter or plant-based milk while mashing.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers to the filling for added flavor and nutrition.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes Calories: 300 Fat: 5g Carbs: 55g Protein: 12g Sodium: 300mg Sugar: 6g
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