Description
This Lentil Shepherd’s Pie is a hearty vegetarian twist on the classic comfort dish. Packed with lentils, vegetables, and topped with creamy mashed potatoes, it’s satisfying, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can lentils, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
- Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper to potatoes. Mash until smooth and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
- Add garlic, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables, stir to coat, and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly stir in vegetable broth and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in lentils and peas. Cook for 2 more minutes until heated through. Remove from heat.
- Transfer lentil mixture to a baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until top is lightly golden and filling is bubbling. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can make the mashed potatoes ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Use canned or pre-cooked lentils to save time.
- Feel free to add mushrooms for extra umami flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
