Turkey Shepherd's Pie
Using cauliflower for the topping in place of half of the traditional mashed potatoes reduces carbs and boosts the fiber content in this easy Shepherd's Pie recipe. I also swap out the ground beef or lamb with turkey creating a high protein, healthy dinner recipe that you can cozy up to anytime.
Ingredients
- 1/2 16 oz Bag Trader Joe's Frozen Mashed Cauliflower
- 1/2 28 oz Bag Trader Joe's Frozen Mashed Potatoes
- 1 5.2 oz Package Boursin Spreadable Garlic & Herb Cheese (
) - 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 lb Ground Turkey (I use Organic, 93% fat free)
- 2 cups Carrot, finely chopped
- 1 cup Leeks, finely chopped
- 1 cup Trader Joe's Frozen Organic Sweet Peas
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 3/4 tsp Ground Pepper
- 3 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour (For a Gluten-Free version, simply sub in Corn Starch for the flour)
- 1 tsp Fresh Thyme Leaves (Plus more for garnish)
- 1 1/2 Cups Trader Joe's Organic Chicken Stock
Instructions
- Microwave the cauliflower and potatoes according to package directions (I combine in one bowl and heat together) until warmed throughout. Add cheese and stir until combined. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add turkey and cook, breaking up large pieces with a spoon, until turkey begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Add carrots, leeks, and peas; stir to combine. Add the salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of thyme and cook, stirring often, until vegetables soften, about 8 minutes. Add flour and stir to combine; increase heat to high and add the chicken stock. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon potato mixture over the turkey and vegetables in the skillet, smoothing the top with the back of the spoon. Sprinkle with additional pepper if desired.
- With the oven rack in the upper middle position, turn on the broiler. Broil until topping is golden brown in spots, about 5-8 minutes. Sprinkle with additional thyme leaves and serve immediately.
Cook's Notes
Here's a helpful slideshow if you've never worked with leeks - https://www.foodnetwork.com/how-to/photos/how-to-clean-leeks
