Best 5 Thanksgiving Shepherds Pie Recipes

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Thanksgiving Shepherd’s Pie is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a holiday gathering. It is made with ground turkey or lamb, vegetables, and a creamy mashed potato topping. The shepherd’s pie can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for a busy host. It is also a budget-friendly dish, as it uses affordable ingredients. The recipe for this dish is easy to follow and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can use different types of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or peas. You can also add herbs or spices to the ground turkey or lamb mixture for extra flavor. The mashed potato topping can be made with different types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or russet potatoes. You can also add cheese or herbs to the mashed potatoes for extra richness. This article includes a traditional version of Thanksgiving Shepherd’s Pie, as well as a vegetarian version and a gluten-free version. So, no matter your dietary restrictions, you can enjoy this delicious dish.

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THANKSGIVING-LEFTOVERS SHEPHERD'S PIE



Thanksgiving-Leftovers Shepherd's Pie image

Thanksgiving leftovers can be enjoyed all at once when combined in this delicious and creative take on a classic shepherd's pie.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups cooked stuffing
1 cup cranberry sauce, plus more for topping (optional)
1 pound sliced cooked turkey
10 ounces glazed carrots, (or another leftover vegetable)
4 to 6 tablespoons gravy
3 to 4 cups mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a 9- to 10-inch pie plate, mound stuffing on bottom; layer with cranberry sauce, turkey, and carrots. Drizzle with gravy; spread potatoes over surface to sides of dish. Top with more cranberry sauce, if desired.
  • Place pie on a baking sheet, and bake until heated through and potatoes are golden, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool slightly.

THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS: SHEPHERD'S PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Thanksgiving Leftovers: Shepherd's Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, onion, carrot, peas, mushrooms, turkey, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, pepper, gravy, heavy cream, mashed potato, cooking spray

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup carrot, chopped
1 cup peas
1 cup mushrooms
3 cups turkey, cooked, diced
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 cup gravy
½ cup heavy cream
4 cups mashed potato
cooking spray, as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Melt butter in a large pot. Then add onions and carrots and cook until tender (about 5 minutes on medium heat).
  • Add in mushrooms and peas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Then, add in the turkey, salt, pepper, parsley, and thyme and stir until well-blended. Pour in the gravy and heavy cream, stir, and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a greased baking dish or ramekins. Top with leftover mashed potatoes (use a piping bag to achieve the look of our pie).
  • Mist with nonstick cooking spray. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are lightly browned and the filling is bubbly around the edges. (This may get messy, so clean up the edges before serving.)
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1310 calories, Carbohydrate 194 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 16 grams

TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE



Turkey Shepherd's Pie image

A healthy twist on an old favorite.

Provided by ANGCHICK

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 large potatoes, peeled
2 tablespoons butter, room temperature
¼ cup warm milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 pound ground turkey
1 large carrot, shredded
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. While potatoes are cooking, gather other ingredients.
  • Mash potatoes with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Saute onion until it has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in ground turkey, carrot, mushrooms, parsley, thyme, garlic, and chicken bouillon. Cook and stir until meat is broken up and cooked through. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Transfer meat mixture to a deep dish pie pan or casserole dish. Spread mashed potatoes over meat, and swirl with a fork.
  • Bake in preheated oven until tops of mashed potatoes are lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 70.9 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 342.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

THANKSGIVING SHEPHERD'S PIE



Thanksgiving Shepherd's Pie image

Make and share this Thanksgiving Shepherd's Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups frozen peas, thawed (or corn, or sliced carrots or any mixture of leftover or frozen vegetables)
4 cups leftover prepared stuffing
4 cups leftover turkey, cut into bite-size pieces
3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (or mashed white potatoes)
leftover gravy
cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Butter a 1-quart ceramic baking dish. Line the bottom of the dish with a layer of peas, and then a layer of stuffing, and then the turkey. Top with the mashed sweet potatoes (or mashed white potatoes.) Cover with aluminum foil and bake 30 minutes or until heated through. Uncover, and place under the broiler for about 3 to 5 minutes (watch carefully) until the top is crispy and golden, if desired.
  • Serve with leftover gravy and cranberry sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 598.4, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 1233.1, Carbohydrate 96.9, Fiber 15, Sugar 22.2, Protein 13.5

TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE



Turkey Shepherd's Pie image

We live way out in the county, and the nearest grocery store is 25 miles away. So I've become quite skilled at turning leftovers into second-time-around successes like this. -Linda Howe, Jackman, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4-5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups cubed cooked turkey
3/4 cup turkey gravy
1 cup shredded carrots
2 cups prepared stuffing
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
2 cups warm mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer the turkey, gravy, carrots, stuffing and corn. Top with potatoes. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 45-50 minutes or until edges of potatoes are browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 1133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • Make-Ahead: You can prepare the filling and mashed potatoes a day ahead of time. Store them separately in the refrigerator. When ready to bake, let the filling come to room temperature while you heat the mashed potatoes.
  • Use Leftovers: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey or chicken. You can also use rotisserie chicken or ground beef.
  • Add Vegetables: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the filling, such as peas, carrots, or corn.
  • Different Mashed Potatoes: You can use different types of potatoes for the mashed potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes. You can also add herbs or spices to the mashed potatoes for extra flavor.
  • Serve with Sides: Serve the shepherds pie with your favorite sides, such as gravy, cranberry sauce, or green beans.

Conclusion:

Thanksgiving Shepherd's Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a holiday meal. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken, and it can be made ahead of time. With its creamy mashed potato topping and flavorful filling, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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