Shepherd’s Pie: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Twist
A comforting dish with a twist featuring turkey bacon for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped peas
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and chop.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Add onions, carrots, and peas; sauté until tender.
- Stir in the chicken broth and spices.
- In a baking dish, layer the turkey mixture, then top with mashed potatoes.
- Bake for 25 minutes until the top is golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using herbs such as thyme or rosemary.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Shepherd's Pie, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food