Low Fat Classic Shepherd's Pie

Delight in the comforting flavors of a timeless favorite with this Low Fat Classic Shepherd's Pie, a lighter twist on a beloved dish. Made with lean ground beef or turkey, this recipe combines hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas with savory Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste for a rich, flavorful filling. It's topped with creamy mashed potatoes made with low-fat milk and sour cream, then finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan for a perfectly golden crust. Perfectly balanced for a healthier option, this shepherd's pie delivers all the satisfaction with fewer calories while staying true to its classic roots. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to six, it's an ideal meal to warm your table and your heart.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean ground beef (or ground turkey for even lower fat)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Carrots, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Low sodium beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 pounds Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons Low-fat sour cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt for mashed potatoes
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper for mashed potatoes
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the lean ground meat to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8 minutes.

Step 4

Mix in the diced carrots, celery, and peas. Stir well to combine the vegetables with the meat.

Step 5

Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Season with thyme, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

While the meat mixture is simmering, prepare the mashed potatoes. Place the cubed potatoes in a pot of boiling water and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 7

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the low-fat milk, sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, smoothing them to cover the meat completely.

Step 9

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the mashed potatoes.

Step 10

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, let cool slightly before serving, and enjoy your low-fat classic shepherd's pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2584.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2491.0

Total Fat 104.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 400.5mg	0%
Sodium 3993.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 245.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 161.4g	0%

Vitamin D 50.4IU	0%
Calcium 929.2mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 8008.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 38.3%