Sweet Potato-Topped Shepherd’s Pie

  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 1 hr 25 min
  • Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) reduced-sodium fat-free beef broth
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons flour
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons water
  • 1/2 cup frozen (thawed) chopped spinach, squeezed to drain
  • 3 cups cubed peeled Yukon Gold potatoes (about 1 1/2 lb)
  • 3 cups cubed peeled sweet potatoes
  • 1/3 cup low-fat (1%) milk
  • 2 tablespoons light stick butter

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 375°F. Spray shallow 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion, carrots and garlic over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and the thyme. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 minutes.
  • 2
    In small bowl, mix flour and water. Stir into beef mixture. Cook 2 minutes, stirring until thickened. Stir in spinach. In large saucepan, place potatoes and enough water to cover. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until tender; drain. In large bowl, beat potatoes, milk, butter and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt until smooth.
  • 3
    Spoon beef mixture into casserole. Top with potato mixture. Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until potatoes begin to brown.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
250
Total Fat
6g
0%
Saturated Fat
2g
0%
Sodium
690mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate
28g
0%
Dietary Fiber
4g
0%
Protein
21g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
0%
0%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Calcium
0%
0%
Iron
0%
0%
Exchanges:
1 Starch; 1 Vegetable; 1 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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