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Shepherds Pie

If there’s one thing busy moms need, it’s meals that are quick, wholesome, and satisfying. Enter this gluten-free shepherd’s pie with cauliflower mash—a 30-minute dinner that’s as comforting as it is healthy. Whether you’re keeping things low-carb or indulging in the creamy goodness of mashed potatoes, this recipe has you covered with options to suit your family’s needs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • cast iron pan or a oven safe pan if you do not have one, you can transfer the mixture to a casserole dish before adding the mashed cauliflower and putting it into the oven.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3/4 cup chopped carrots
  • 3/4 cup chopped onions
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried roasemary
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas

for the cauliflower mash:

  • 24 oz frozen cauliflower rice
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 oz cream cheese or boursin cheese (bonus points bc it's so good) softened
  • salt, pepper, garlic to taste

Let's Make It
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the carrots, cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  • Stir in the chopped onions and cook until translucent.
  • Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks, until browned and fully cooked.
  • Mix in garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Pour in beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. stir in the peas.
  • Reduce heat and let the mixture cook until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • In the meantime, steam the cauliflower rice, drain out the extra liquid and add it to a bowl or food processor.
  • Add in the butter, cream cheese, season with salt, pepper, garlic and then blend or mash until smooth.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • If you are not using an oven safe pan or cast iron pan, transfer the mixture to a casserole dish.
  • Top the mixture with the cauliflower mash, smoothing it out with a spatula.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, then broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to brown the top slightly.
  • Let the shepherd’s pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
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