Easy Shepherds Pie: A Comforting Turkey Bacon Twist for Family Dinners
This Easy Shepherds Pie features a comforting blend of turkey and bacon, perfect for cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the turkey and bacon until browned.
- Add the peas and carrots, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Spread the turkey mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- Top with mashed potatoes, spreading them evenly. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the potatoes are slightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute turkey with lentils.
- Feel free to use leftover mashed potatoes for a quicker preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Easy Shepherds Pie, Comfort Food, Family Dinner, Turkey Bacon