Best 6 Turkey Shepherds Pie With Butternut Squash Recipes

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Indulge in a comforting and flavorful journey with this delectable Turkey Shepherd's Pie with Butternut Squash, a hearty and wholesome dish that combines the best of both worlds. This culinary masterpiece features a savory blend of ground turkey, butternut squash, and an array of aromatic herbs and spices, all nestled under a golden-brown mashed potato topping. Prepare to embark on a sensory adventure as you uncover the hidden flavors in this unique and satisfying dish. Additionally, you'll find a delightful collection of recipes within this article, offering diverse culinary experiences ranging from the classic Shepherd's Pie with Ground Beef to the innovative Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie. Vegetarian and vegan enthusiasts will relish the meatless variations, while those seeking a gluten-free option can explore the wonders of the Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie. Embark on a culinary odyssey and discover the perfect Shepherd's Pie recipe tailored to your dietary preferences and taste buds.

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BUTTERNUT SQUASH SHEPHERD'S PIE (PALEO, WHOLE30)



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Provided by Dominique | Perchance to Cook

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 butternut squash (, cut in half and seeded)
½ Tbs olive oil
½ tsp salt (, plus an extra pinch for the squash)
¼ tsp ground black pepper (, plus an extra pinch for the squash)
½ tsp dried thyme (, plus an extra pinch for the squash)
½ tsp rubbed sage (, plus an extra pinch for the squash)
3 lbs gold potatoes (, sliced into 1 inch thick pieces)
¼ cup coconut cream ((Savoy tastes great and has no preservatives))
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
2 tsp olive oil
2 cups sliced carrots (( this was 3-4 carrots for me))
1 onion (, diced (this was 1 cup for me))
3 cloves garlic (, diced)
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground turkey
¾ tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tsp dried thyme
1 Tbs coconut flour
4 Tbs tomato paste (( Cento is paleo) )
1 Tbs apple cider vinegar
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chili powder
1 ½ cups chopped tomatoes (( Pomi is my all time favorite))
1 ½ cups chicken stock or bone broth

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Cover a cookie sheet in aluminum foil. Cover the cut sides of the butternut squash in ½ Tbs olive oil, a hefty pinch of salt, a hefty pinch of black pepper, a hefty pinch dried thyme, and a hefty pinch of rubbed sage. Rub the spices into the squash. Place the squash, cut sides down, onto the cookie sheet. Roast the squash in the oven for 45 minutes, until soft and you can easily stab it with a knife. Set aside once done.
  • While the butternut squash is roasting, boil water in a large pot. Put the sliced potatoes inside and cook until you can easily stab the potatoes with a knife, 20-25 minutes. Strain, and put into a large bowl and mash with potato masher. Add ¼ cup coconut cream, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp ground black pepper, and mash. Set aside.
  • Remove the skin of the butternut squash and then put the squash into the large bowl with the potatoes and mash with a masher. Set aside once everything is mashed well together.
  • Put 2 tsp of olive oil and 2 cups of sliced carrots into a large pot, mix, and heat over medium-high heat. Sauté the carrots until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Add 1 cup of diced onions and the diced garlic, mix and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, add the ground beef and turkey to the pot and mix breaking it up into smaller pieces. Top the meat with ¾ tsp pepper, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of dried thyme. Mix and cook until the meat is browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add 1 Tbs of coconut flour to the meat and mix. Then add the 4 Tbs of tomato paste, 1 Tbs of apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp of onion powder, and 1 tsp of chili powder to the meat and mix. Add 1.5 cup of chopped tomatoes, mix.
  • Add 1.5 cup of chicken stock or bone broth and simmer until the sauce reduces to a gravy, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour the shepherd's pie filling into a large pan, 9 in x 13 in. Top the meat in the mashed butternut squash topping, using a spatula to evenly spread it out.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes.

WINTER VEGETABLE SHEPHERD'S PIE



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We seem to eat for comfort during the holidays...but comfort foods aren't necessarily healthy. To make a classic comfort food dish more healthy, I came up with this lovely take: turkey shepherd's pie. It's perfect for putting out on your holiday buffet table. -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1-inch pieces)
1 large potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon plus 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 pounds ground turkey
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup white wine
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups frozen peas (about 8 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place first 4 ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. Drain vegetables, reserving broth. Mash vegetables until smooth, stirring in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper., In 2 batches, cook turkey and onion in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until turkey is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking turkey into crumbles. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms until tender, 7-9 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Add wine, thyme and the remaining salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring to remove browned bits from pan. Cook until liquid is evaporated. Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in reserved broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in peas and turkey mixture; heat through., Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-quart baking dish. Spread with mashed vegetables. Bake, uncovered, until filling is bubbly, 30-35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SQUASH-TASTIC SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 pound raw lean ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
Dash garlic powder
Dash onion powder
Dash black pepper
3/4 cup fat-free gravy
1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 tablespoon light whipped butter or light buttery spread

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the squash in a large microwave-safe dish with 1/2 cup of water. Cover the bowl and cook the squash in the microwave for 12 to 14 minutes, until the squash is soft.
  • Meanwhile, bring a medium skillet sprayed with nonstick spray to medium heat on the stove. Add onion and, stirring occasionally, cook until it's slightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Raise the heat to medium high. Add turkey, chopped garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook and crumble until the turkey is fully cooked, about 12 minutes.
  • Drain any excess liquid from the skillet, and transfer the mixture to a casserole dish sprayed with nonstick spray. Evenly top with gravy, followed by frozen mixed veggies. Set aside.
  • Drain the excess water from the squash and mash well. Add butter and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and mix thoroughly. Evenly layer the squash mixture over the mixed veggies.
  • Bake in the oven until the topping is slightly crispy, 20 to 25 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283, Fat 9 grams, Sodium 650 milligrams, Carbohydrate 25.5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 5.5 grams

TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE



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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

INDIVIDUAL TURKEY SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Our version of this rustic British classic transforms it into a quick, easy main for any night of the week. For an all-in-one meal in single servings, you can divide the filling among four 9-ounce ramekins before topping it with the mashed potatoes. Bake on a baking sheet until the filling is bubbly around the edges and the potatoes are lightly browned, about 15 minutes.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, finely diced
1 small onion, chopped
8 ounces ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or stock
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound red-skinned potatoes, cubed
1/2 cup warm 2% milk
1/3 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
1 scallion, chopped
Freshly ground black pepper
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Heat the oil in a medium ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, carrots and onions; cook until tender and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the turkey and thyme, and continue to cook, breaking the turkey up with a spoon, until the turkey is cooked through and lightly browned. Stir in the ketchup and cook until lightly caramelized. Stir the broth and flour together in a small bowl until smooth, and then pour into the skillet. Cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the peas and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Meanwhile, place the potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer until tender when pierced with a knife. Drain the potatoes and return to the pot over low heat. Stir the potatoes for a couple of minutes to dry them out. Add the milk, cheese and scallions, and mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Swirl the mashed potatoes over the filling. Lightly mist with nonstick cooking spray and bake until the potatoes are lightly browned and the turkey filling is bubbly around the edges, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Per serving: Calories: 290; Total Fat: 12 grams; Saturated Fat: 4 grams; Protein: 19 grams; Total carbohydrates: 30 grams; Sugar: 7 grams; Fiber: 4 grams; Cholesterol: 50 milligrams; Sodium: 370 milligrams

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 50 milligrams, Sodium 370 milligrams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 7 grams

SHEPHERD'S TURKEY PIE



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A bit of a twist on the old Irish recipe. Loaded with a few extra vegetables, this went well with a side of bread. My husband liked it, my toddler was too interested in the bread...

Provided by mrsjarvis

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 potatoes, cut into chunks
½ head cauliflower, separated into florets
2 cups chicken broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, chopped
3 carrots, shredded
1 ½ pounds ground turkey
1 ½ cups frozen peas
2 tablespoons low-sodium Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes and cauliflower into a pot, then pour in the chicken broth. Add water to nearly cover the vegetables; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer until the potatoes and cauliflower are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and cauliflower, but keep about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Separate the cooked potatoes into a large bowl. Transfer the cauliflower into a blender or food processor along with about 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid, and pulse until the cauliflower is thoroughly pureed. Spoon the blended cauliflower into the bowl with the potatoes, and mash together until the cauliflower and potatoes form a smooth, white mixture. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. For a softer topping, stir in a few more spoonfuls of the cooking liquid.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9x12-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and carrots until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; stir in the ground turkey, and cook until the meat is no longer pink, breaking it up into small chunks as it cooks. Stir in peas and Worcestershire sauce, then cook until the meat has begun to brown, about 10 more minutes. If the filling mixture starts to look dried out, stir in a few spoonfuls of the cauliflower cooking liquid to keep it moist. Place the filling into the prepared baking dish, then smooth it out into an even layer. Top the filling with the mashed potato and cauliflower mixture, and spread with a fork, leaving little peaks and swirls in the topping.
  • Bake the pie in the preheated oven until the filling is bubbling, about 25 minutes. Turn on the oven's broiler, and broil the pie about 6 inches from the heat source until the mashed topping has browned, about 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 506.4 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices add a lot of flavor to this dish, so don't skimp on them. Oregano, thyme, rosemary, and sage are all great choices.
  • Don't overcook the turkey: The turkey should be cooked through, but not overcooked, or it will become dry and tough. Cook the turkey until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a good quality butternut squash: A good quality butternut squash will be firm and have a deep orange color. Avoid squash that is soft or has blemishes.
  • Roast the butternut squash until it is tender: The butternut squash should be roasted until it is tender and slightly caramelized. This will bring out its natural sweetness.
  • Use a flavorful cheese: A flavorful cheese, such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan, will add a lot of flavor to this dish. Avoid using a bland cheese, such as mozzarella.
  • Serve the shepherd's pie hot: Shepherd's pie is best served hot, so make sure to eat it shortly after it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Turkey shepherd's pie with butternut squash 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. With its combination of protein, vegetables, and cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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