Turkey Shepherds Pie
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
407 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Turkey Shepherds Pie
Description
The recipe starts by sautéing chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil, then adding shredded leftover turkey and diced leftover vegetables such as carrots, green beans, and peas. The mixture is flavored with leftover gravy, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley, heated briefly to combine flavors.
This turkey-vegetable filling forms the base of the casserole and is topped with warmed mashed potatoes, which spread easily over the filling. Grated Parmesan cheese is sprinkled on top for flavor and texture enhancement. Baking at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes browns the top, creating a golden, slightly crusty potato topping while heating the filling thoroughly.
Turkey Shepherd's Pie is a practical way to use leftovers with minimal additional ingredients, suitable for a hearty family dinner. Optional additions like cheddar cheese or other vegetables can customize the flavor. The result balances creamy mashed potatoes above a savory, moist turkey and vegetable base.
Warming the mashed potatoes before spreading helps achieve an even layer and easier spreading. Parmesan adds a sharp note, but cheddar can be mixed in for more cheesy richness.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped, medium
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 c. turkey shredded, leftover
- 1 c. carrot leftover diced
- 1 c. green beans leftover diced
- 1 c. peas leftover
- 2 c. gravy leftover
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 parsley chopped
- 3 c. mashed potatoes warmed, leftover
- 1/2 c. Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat the olive oil and saute the onions until transparent. Add garlic and saute for another minute.
- Add the vegetables and turkey. Saute with onions and garlic for one minute. Add the gravy, parsley, salt and pepper and heat for 2 minutes.
- Spread turkey filling on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer the mashed potatoes on top. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top of potatoes.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- Warm mashed potatoes before spreading to make them easier to layer evenly.
- Adding cheddar cheese with the Parmesan on top enhances the cheesy flavor if desired.
- Leftover ground beef or shredded chicken can replace turkey for variation.
- Add vegetables such as mushrooms or celery to the filling to increase flavor depth.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 407 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 407kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 103mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 950mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 911mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 5565IU | 111% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 221mg | 22% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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