Best 6 Upside Down Shepherds Pie Recipes

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**Unveiling the Culinary Symphony of Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie: A Journey Through Savor and Simplicity**

Embark on a culinary adventure with the Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie, a delectable dish that redefines comfort food. This delectable creation takes the classic shepherd's pie to new heights, presenting a tantalizing twist that captivates taste buds. With a crispy potato crust encasing a rich and flavorful filling of ground beef, vegetables, and savory gravy, this dish is a symphony of textures and flavors. Join us as we explore the nuances of this culinary masterpiece, unveiling the secrets behind its irresistible charm.

**Delve into a Trio of Culinary Delights: A Culinary Symphony Awaits**

Our culinary journey begins with the Classic Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie, a timeless recipe that showcases the harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This classic rendition features a golden-brown potato crust, a savory filling of ground beef, carrots, peas, and a rich gravy, all coming together to create a comforting and satisfying meal.

Next, we venture into the realm of culinary innovation with the Sweet Potato Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie. This delightful variation introduces a sweet and earthy twist to the classic dish. The use of sweet potatoes in the crust adds a touch of natural sweetness, while the filling, made with ground turkey, black beans, corn, and a zesty tomato salsa, creates a vibrant and flavorful experience.

Finally, we present the Vegetarian Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie, a hearty and wholesome dish that caters to vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. This meatless marvel features a crispy potato crust, a flavorful filling of lentils, mushrooms, carrots, and peas, all enveloped in a creamy and aromatic gravy. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors, making this dish a delectable and satisfying choice.

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

UPSIDE DOWN SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This comforting casserole is made even easier by placing potato slices on the bottom. This is a very forgiving recipe, so feel free to adjust the veggies, soup mix, cheese and steak sauce to suit your family's preferences.

Provided by Susan Baker

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 potatoes, sliced
1 lb lean ground beef
1 onion chopped
2 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 Tbsp beef or french onion soup mix
1 c water
1/2 c frozen peas
1/2 c frozen corn
2 tsp steak sauce or a1 sauce
1/2 c grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, whatever you like!)

Steps:

  • 1. Wash and sice potatoes medium thick. No need to peel them. Place in bottom of a 2 quart casserole.
  • 2. Brown the ground beef in frying pan. Add in the onions and stir fry until soft. Sprinkle with flour and dry soup mix and stir fry 2 minutes over medium heat. Add steak sauce and water and stir until bubbly.
  • 3. Add the veggies and mix into the beef mixture.
  • 4. Pour meat mixture over the potatoes (salt & pepper the potatoes before this step). Top with grated cheese of your choice. I use Cheddar.
  • 5. Bake covered at 350 for about an hour, or until potatoes are tender when stuck with the tip of a knife.

UPSIDE-DOWN SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Switch things up with this Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie. It's got everything you like-the meat, the cheese, the corn-only with mashed potatoes on the bottom.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 lb. new potatoes
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing
1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup frozen corn
1 tomato, chopped
1/3 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Italian* Three Cheese Blend

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Microwave potatoes and water in 2-qt. microwaveable ovenproof casserole on HIGH 10 to 12 min. or until potatoes are tender. Let stand 5 min. Meanwhile, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat and onions; stir. Cook 10 min. until meat is browned, stirring occasionally. Stir in corn and tomatoes.
  • Drain potatoes; return to casserole. Flatten potatoes with bottom of small cup or bowl; top with meat mixture and cheese. Cover.
  • Bake 25 min. or until ingredients are heated through and top is golden brown, uncovering for the last 5 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g

UPSIDE DOWN SHEPHERDS PIE



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Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 4-oz package Idahoan® Golden Selects® Mashed Potatoes
1 lb ground beef
Salt and pepper
1 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. flour
¾ cup beef broth
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Steps:

  • Season meat with salt and pepper. In a medium skillet over medium high heat, crumble and brown ground beef.
  • In a second small skillet, over medium heat, cook butter and flour together 2 minutes. Whisk in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce until thickened. Add gravy to beef.
  • While beef is cooking, microwave or steam the vegetables until tender. Season to taste.
  • Prepare Idahoan® Golden Selects® according to package instructions.
  • Divide potatoes between four plates. Top with beef and gravy mixture.
  • Top each serving with vegetables.

UPSIDE-DOWN SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Make and share this Upside-Down Shepherd's Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by franrobson

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup kernel corn
1/2 cup beef stock
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup diced green pepper

Steps:

  • In saucepan, cook potatoes for 15 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain, mash with milk, butter and half the salt.
  • Spread in 8 cup casserole dish.
  • In nonstick skillet cook beef, onion and garlic stirring often for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon off any fat.
  • Sprinkle with flour and cook stirring for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in com, stock, ketchup, Worcestershire, pepper and remaining salt.
  • Cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.
  • Spoon over potatoes.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and broil until melted.
  • Sprinkle with green pepper.

EASY SHEPHERD'S PIE



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Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
2 cups hot mashed potatoes
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 cup beef gravy

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Brown meat in large skillet. Meanwhile, mix potatoes, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and the garlic until well blended.
  • Drain meat. Return to skillet; stir in vegetables and gravy. Spoon into 9-inch square baking dish; cover with potato mixture and remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 88.8 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 771.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

UPSIDE-DOWN SHEPHERD'S PIE



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This recipe was featured in an email from the www.kraftfoods.com website. "Don't have frozen corn? You can use an equal amount of frozen peas instead."

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 2 quart baking dish, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 lb new potato (about 6)
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing and Marinade
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup frozen corn
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup kraft shredded three cheese 2% reduced-fat Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 400ºF. Microwave potatoes and water in 2-qt. microwaveable ovenproof casserole on HIGH 10 to 12 minute or until potatoes are tender. Let stand 5 minute Meanwhile, heat dressing in nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat and onions; cook and stir until meat is browned. Stir in corn and tomatoes.
  • DRAIN potatoes; return to dish. Flatten with bottom of small cup or bowl; top with meat mixture and cheese. Cover.
  • BAKE 25 minute or until casserole is heated through and top is golden brown, removing lid after 20 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 84.1, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.6, Protein 27.8

Tips:

  • Use a well-seasoned skillet: A well-seasoned skillet will help to prevent the shepherd's pie from sticking and will also add flavor to the dish.
  • Brown the meat well: Browning the meat well will help to develop the flavor of the shepherd's pie.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: A variety of vegetables will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the shepherd's pie.
  • Use a good quality gravy: A good quality gravy will help to bind the ingredients together and add flavor to the shepherd's pie.
  • Cook the shepherd's pie until it is bubbling hot: This will help to ensure that the shepherd's pie is cooked through.
  • Let the shepherd's pie rest for a few minutes before serving: This will help to allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Upside-down shepherd's pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. With its combination of ground beef, vegetables, and mashed potatoes, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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