This Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for any night of the week. The savory filling is made with ground beef, vegetables, and a delicious tomato sauce, while the creamy sweet potato topping adds a touch of sweetness to the dish. This recipe is easy to make, nutrient-dense, and will satisfy your cravings for a warm and cozy meal.
Ingredients:
For the Sweet Potato Topping:
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Shepherd’s Pie Filling:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- To make the sweet potato topping, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sweet potato cubes and cook for 10-15 minutes, until tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl. Add the coconut oil, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Mash everything together until smooth and creamy.
- To make the shepherd’s pie filling, heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the carrots and celery to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking up any large chunks with a spatula.
- Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, coconut aminos, thyme, rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Pour the shepherd’s pie filling into a large baking dish. Spread the sweet potato topping over the filling.
- Bake the Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie for 25-30 minutes, until the sweet potato topping is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Serve the Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
This Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for any night of the week. The savory filling is made with ground beef, vegetables, and a delicious tomato sauce, while the creamy sweet potato topping adds a touch of sweetness to the dish. It’s easy to make, nutrient-dense, and will satisfy your cravings for a warm and cozy meal.
