Description
Thanksgiving Pumpkin Shepherd’s Pie is a delightful twist on a classic dish that combines savory ground meat, vibrant vegetables, and creamy pumpkin puree, all encased in a flaky crust. This comforting recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a warm, inviting aroma that will draw your loved ones to the table. With its stunning colors and unforgettable flavors, this dish is sure to impress and become a new holiday tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry or 2 cups mashed potatoes
Instructions
- 1. Gather all ingredients for an organized cooking experience.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté chopped onions and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Increase heat slightly and add ground meat; cook until browned (7-10 minutes), breaking it apart as you go.
- 4. Stir in pumpkin puree, frozen peas, spices, and vegetable broth; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- 5. For topping: prepare mashed potatoes until smooth with butter or roll out puff pastry to cover the filling.
- 6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spoon filling into an oven-safe dish, top with mashed potatoes or puff pastry, and bake for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg