Thanksgiving Shepherd's Pie

Transform your holiday leftovers into a comforting masterpiece with this Thanksgiving Shepherd's Pie—a hearty, flavor-packed casserole that’s perfect for cozy family dinners. This ingenious recipe layers savory stuffing, succulent shredded turkey, and a medley of vegetables coated in rich turkey gravy, all crowned with creamy mashed potatoes and a golden cheddar cheese topping. With a crispy, buttery crust and a bubbling, melt-in-your-mouth filling, this dish reinvents your festive feast in just under an hour. Ideal for repurposing Thanksgiving staples, it’s a delicious way to minimize food waste while delighting your taste buds. Serve it warm and watch it become an instant post-holiday classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
• 2 cups vegetable medley (like peas, carrots, and green beans)
• 2 cups leftover stuffing
• 1.5 cups turkey gravy
• 4 cups mashed potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked turkey, vegetable medley, and turkey gravy. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme, and stir until evenly mixed. Set aside.

Step 4

Spread the leftover stuffing evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.

Step 5

Pour the turkey and vegetable mixture over the stuffing layer, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Carefully spoon the mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture, spreading them smoothly with a spatula to create an even layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.

Step 8

Dot the top with small pieces of unsalted butter for added richness.

Step 9

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 10

Let the shepherd’s pie rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3160.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4555.2

Total Fat 193.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 969.7mg	0%
Sodium 8068.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 385.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 55.7g
Protein 302.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1510.4mg	0%
Iron 25.9mg	0%
Potassium 7046.1mg	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: 38.7%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 34.3%