Go Back
Print

Turkey Shepherds Pie

If you're in the mood for a meaty, savory, comfort food classic, try this Turkey Shepherd's Pie! Vegetables and ground turkey covered in a gravy sauce, topped with mashed potatoes and Parmesan, baked until golden. 
Total Time 30 minutes
Author Emily Weeks, RDN, LD

Ingredients

  • 4 medium yellow potatoes small diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion minced
  • 2 medium carrots small diced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small bunch Italian flat-leaf parsley, minced
  • 1 ½ lb ground turkey
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 16 fl oz 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • 2 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 4 fl oz ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 oz Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  1.  
  2.  
  3. Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with hot water (from the tap). Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, 12-13 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, add 2 Tbsp olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom.
  5. Add the carrots and onion to the skillet; cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 4-5 minutes.
  6. Add the ground turkey to the skillet and break it apart with a spatula. Add half of the minced parsley and the rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned, 7-8 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to broil on high.
  8. Add the Worcestershire sauce and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute.
  9. Add the flour and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir well, then add the broth, peas, and corn. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Once the potatoes are done, drain and return to the pot. Add the butter, broth, garlic powder, and salt; mash with a potato masher until smooth.
  11. Transfer the turkey mixture to a medium baking dish and spread evenly. Top with mashed potatoes and Parmesan. Place in the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese begins to brown.
  12. To serve, divide the Shepherd's pie between plates and garnish with remaining parsley.