Savory Ground Lamb Shepherd’s Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash
Savory Ground Lamb Shepherd’s Pie with Creamy Sweet Potato Mash is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings warmth to any meal. This recipe features a rich ground lamb filling, infused with aromatic herbs and spices, topped with a velvety sweet potato mash that provides a delightful contrast in texture. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this hearty shepherd’s pie is nutritious and satisfying, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a cozy gathering or enjoying leftovers for lunch, this dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- 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, peeled and 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 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- Sweet potatoes (for topping)
Instructions
- Boil peeled sweet potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic, carrot, and celery; cook until soft.
- Stir in tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and broth. Simmer for about 5 minutes; add frozen peas.
- Layer the lamb filling in a baking dish and spread the creamy sweet potato mash on top.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg