Best 6 Sweet Potato And Turkey Shepherds Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the robust flavors of turkey and the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes - the Sweet Potato and Turkey Shepherd's Pie. This delectable dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Layers of creamy mashed sweet potatoes, savory ground turkey, and a medley of colorful vegetables are encased in a golden-brown crust, creating a stunning presentation. Dive into the shepherd's pie and relish the tender turkey enveloped in a rich gravy, complemented by the medley of vegetables that add a symphony of textures and flavors. The sweet potatoes, roasted to perfection, provide a delightful balance to the savory filling. This recipe is not just a culinary delight but also a wholesome meal that will satisfy your cravings and nourish your body. Explore variations of this classic, including a vegetarian version that swaps turkey for lentils, a gluten-free option with a cauliflower crust, and a one-pot version for easy cleanup. Embark on a culinary journey with the Sweet Potato and Turkey Shepherd's Pie, a dish that promises satisfaction with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Shepherd's pie filled with ground turkey sautéed with mixed vegetables, sliced mushrooms and fresh herbs with a savory garlic sweet potato topping.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 21

1-1/2 lbs sweet potatoes (peeled, diced)
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup 1% milk
1/4 cup chicken broth*
2 tbsp reduced-fat sour cream
kosher salt and pepper to taste
1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
1 tsp olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
1 celery stalk (chopped)
1 parsnip (diced)
2 cloves garlic (diced)
8 oz mushrooms (diced)
10 oz frozen mixed vegetables
2 tbsp flour (leave out to make gluten-free)
1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth*
2 tsp tomato paste
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp freshly chopped rosemary
salt and pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • For the sweet potatoes: Boil sweet potatoes and garlic in a pot of salted water until cooked and soft. Drain and mash with chicken broth, milk, sour cream, salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • For the filling: In a large skillet brown the ground turkey about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper. When cooked, set aside on a plate.
  • Add olive oil to the pan, then add the onion and sauté one minute. Add the celery, parsnip, salt and pepper to taste; cook about 12 minutes, until celery is soft.
  • Add garlic and mushrooms; sauté another 3-4 minutes. Add flour, salt and pepper and mix well.
  • Add frozen vegetables, chicken broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, rosemary, cooked turkey, and mix well. Simmer on low about 5-10 minutes.
  • In 6 oven safe individual oven safe dishes (or a 9 x 12 baking dish) spread 1 cup of the meat mixture on the bottom of each dish.
  • Top each with 1/2 cup mashed sweet potatoes.
  • Use a fork to scrape the top of the potatoes to make ridges; sprinkle with paprika. (If making ahead you can freeze at this point**).
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until potatoes turn golden and the filling is heated through. If baking in a large casserole dish, add more time as needed to heat through.
  • Remove from oven and let it cool 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pie, Calories 250 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 16.5 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 304 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 3 g

TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE WITH SWEET POTATO



Turkey Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato image

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

4 to 5 medium sweet potatoes, cooked
1 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large egg yolks
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
4 strips bacon or pancetta, diced
2 pounds ground dark meat turkey
1 Spanish onion, chopped
1 leek, washed and small diced
6 sage leaves, minced
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup frozen diced carrots, thawed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • For the mashed sweet potatoes: Scoop sweet potato flesh into a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher. Mix in the cream, butter, coriander, ginger and egg yolks. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Scrape into a pastry bag and set aside.
  • For the topping: Mix the cheeses, breadcrumbs and fresh thyme together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • For the shepherd's pie: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Render down the bacon in a large saute pan or braiser over medium heat until crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the fat in the pan. Add the ground turkey to the pan, and cook, stirring often and breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until evenly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. Add the onion, leek and sage, and cook until caramelized, another 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the pine nuts, flour, tomato paste, coriander and ginger and cook for 2 more minutes. Add the chicken stock, carrots and meat, then return to a simmer and cook until reduced and nappe (when it thickly coats the back of a spoon), another 10 to 15 minutes. Taste for seasoning.
  • Top with an even layer of the sweet potato mixture. Sprinkle evenly with the breadcrumb topping. Bake until golden brown, about 1 hour. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.

SWEET POTATO AND TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This Thanksgiving-inspired version of Shepherd's Pie is wonderful year-round. Savory turkey is mixed with a touch of stuffing and a layer of vegetables, all topped with a fluffy and sweet potato mixture. Don't have time to make from scratch? Then simply substitute your turkey dinner leftovers! Chopped, cooked turkey and your homemade gravy can be substituted for the ground turkey mixture. Leftover vegetables greatly reduce prep time.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
¼ cup egg substitute
⅓ cup light sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground turkey
½ cup chopped onion
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon crumbled dried thyme
¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ cup chicken stock
½ cup hot milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 dash browning sauce
1 ⅓ cups herb-seasoned stuffing mix
1 cup peas
¾ cup corn
½ teaspoon crumbled dried thyme
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart, deep-dish casserole pan.
  • Place the sweet potato, russet potato, and carrot each in separate saucepans. Pour enough water into each saucepan to cover the vegetables. Place each saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Cook each until tender enough to pierce with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes; drain. Set the carrots aside.
  • Place the drained sweet potato and russet potato in a large mixing bowl; mash lightly. Add the egg substitute and sour cream. Blend the potato mixture with an electric hand mixer set to medium until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the turkey in the hot oil until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, celery, garlic, 1 teaspoon thyme, and poultry seasoning. Cook until the turkey is cooked through and no longer pink. Increase the heat to medium-high. Pour the chicken stock into the turkey mixture. Whisk together the hot milk and flour until smooth. When the chicken stock begins to boil, add the flour mixture to the stock and stir until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in Worcestershire sauce and browning sauce.
  • Pour the turkey mixture into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle the stuffing mix over the turkey mixture. Arrange the carrots, peas, and corn atop the stuffing mix. Season with thyme, salt and pepper. Spoon the potato mixture over the vegetables, spreading to cover all the way to the edges of the dish. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • Bake in preheated oven until top is slightly browned, about 35 minutes. Allow to rest 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.8 calories, Carbohydrate 65.7 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 566.3 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

TURKEY SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Yet another recipe to try from the "Food Networks, Rachael Ray show!" Thought It might be great for turkey leftovers and Who doesn't love shepherd's pie!

Provided by Recipe Baroness

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 lbs ground turkey or 2 lbs chopped leftover turkey
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 onion, cut into 1-inch dice
2 carrots, peeled and grated
4 celery ribs, chopped
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups turkey stock (recommended (Kitchen Basics) or 2 cups chicken stock (recommended, Kitchen Basics)
2 -3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1 (10 ounce) box frozen peas
1 very ripe banana
2 -3 dashes hot sauce
2 cups shredded yellow sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • In a deep skillet or a Dutch oven heat 2 tablespoons oil over high heat.
  • Add meat and break up with a wooden spoon, season with salt and pepper and poultry seasoning.
  • Place sweet potatoes in a pot, cover with water, cover pot, bring to a boil, add salt and cook 15 minutes until tender.
  • Add onions, carrots and celery into the turkey. Stir, and cook for 5 minutes.
  • While vegetables are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons butter in a small pot over medium heat.
  • Add flour to melted butter and whisk 1 minute.
  • Whisk in stock and season with salt, pepper and Worcestershire.
  • Cook a few minutes to thicken.
  • Stir peas into meat and turn heat off.
  • Drain potatoes and return pot to heat.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and melt over medium heat.
  • Peel and slice banana and add potatoes to the pot.
  • Season the potatoes with salt and pepper and a few dashes hot sauce.
  • Mash potatoes and banana to combine, adjust seasoning.
  • Top the meat with the potatoes.
  • Cover potatoes with cheese and place in the oven to melt cheese, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1098, Fat 56.5, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 269.2, Sodium 938.2, Carbohydrate 84.5, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 22.9, Protein 63.6

TURKEY SWEET POTATO SHEPHERD'S PIE



Turkey Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie image

Provided by Rachael Ray

Categories     Poultry     turkey     Vegetable     Thanksgiving     Dinner     Root Vegetable     Sweet Potato/Yam     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil)
2 pounds ground turkey or chopped leftover turkey
Salt and pepper
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 onion, peeled
2 carrots, peeled
4 celery stalks from the heart, chopped
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups turkey or chicken stock
A few dashes of Worcestershire sauce
1 (10-ounce) box frozen peas
1 very ripe banana, sliced
A few dashes of hot sauce
2 cups shredded sharp yellow cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • In a deep ovenproof skillet or a Dutch oven, heat the EVOO over high heat. Add the turkey and break it up with a wooden spoon; season with salt and pepper and the poultry seasoning. Place the sweet potatoes in a pot with water to cover. Cover the pot, bring to a boil, then salt the water and cook the potatoes for 15 minutes, or until tender.
  • Grate the onion and carrots directly into the skillet with the turkey. Add the celery, stir, and cook for 5 minutes. While the vegetables are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a small pot over medium heat. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk for 1 minute, then whisk in the stock and season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire. Cook for a few minutes, until thickened, then add to the turkey mixture. Stir in the peas into the turkey mixture and turn off the heat.
  • Drain the potatoes and return the hot pot to the heat. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and melt over medium heat. Add the banana and potatoes to the pot and season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Mash the potatoes and banana to combine, and adjust the seasoning.
  • Spoon the potatoes onto the meat, and cover the potatoes with the cheese. Bake uncovered for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.

TURKEY SWEET POTATO PIE ( SHEPHERD'S PIE)



Turkey Sweet Potato Pie ( Shepherd's Pie) image

A twist on the shepherds pie. AHHHHHHHHH Sweet Comfort food! This is made with sweet potatoes and ground turkey and a good hint of curry!Good to make with your leftover Thanksgiving sweet potatoes and turkey. You can even put a layer of stuffing in, top with some pecans.....

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 sage leaves, chopped
1 -2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 cup frozen peas
2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
salt and pepper
1 -2 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Boil sweet potatoes till tender add honey, buttermik, butter,cinnamon, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mashing till smooth.
  • Set aside.
  • Saute in oil the onions, garlic, and turkey till just under done.
  • Add curry, salt, pepper, sage, sprinkle flour over turkey mix and pour in the milk.
  • Add the peas.
  • In a butter 8x8 casserole pan lay meat mixture then place potatoes over meat covering all to seal.
  • Top with dabs of butter.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes just to slightly brown top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.5, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 152.2, Sodium 431.8, Carbohydrate 62, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 19.5, Protein 37.8

Tips:

  • For a crispy topping, use a combination of mashed potatoes and bread crumbs.
  • To make the shepherd's pie ahead of time, assemble it completely and then freeze it. When you're ready to serve, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and then bake it according to the recipe instructions.
  • If you don't have any leftover turkey, you can use cooked chicken or beef instead.
  • To make the shepherd's pie vegetarian, omit the turkey and add more vegetables, such as lentils, black beans, or corn.
  • Serve the shepherd's pie with a side of gravy, cranberry sauce, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato and turkey shepherd's pie is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a classic shepherd's pie recipe or a healthier version, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this sweet potato and turkey shepherd's pie a try.

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