Smoky Southwestern Shepherd's Pie

Dive into the bold and hearty flavors of Smoky Southwestern Shepherd's Pie, a vibrant twist on the classic comfort dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Featuring a creamy sweet potato topping infused with butter and a dash of black pepper, this pie hides a robust filling of ground beef, black beans, and sweet corn, seasoned to perfection with smoky chipotle peppers, cumin, and paprika. A layer of melted cheddar cheese crowns this savory masterpiece, creating a golden, bubbling finish that's irresistibly satisfying. With its quick prep time, nourishing ingredients, and unbeatable fusion of smoky and zesty Southwest-inspired spices, this recipe is a show-stopping way to elevate your dinner table while pleasing the entire family. Perfect for those craving comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 cup chicken or beef broth
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them with butter, milk, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

Step 7

Stir in black beans, corn, chipotle peppers, tomato paste, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken or beef broth and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.

Step 9

Transfer the beef mixture to a 9-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Spoon the mashed sweet potatoes over the beef mixture, smoothing them out to create an even layer.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Let the Shepherd's Pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2062.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2924.9

Total Fat 176.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 469.5mg	0%
Sodium 4320.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.2g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 140.1g	0%

Vitamin D 26.8IU	0%
Calcium 1299.7mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 3468.9mg	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: 53.0%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 28.2%