Jessie's Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Name: Jessie's Shepherd's Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb jennie o ground turkey breast; 5 medium gold potatoes; 4 tablespoons smart balance light butter; ½ cup milk (your choice); 1 stalk celery, chopped; 2 medium carrots, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can peas; 1 (15 ounce) can corn; 1 (7 ounce) can sliced mushrooms; 1 teaspoon thyme; 2 teaspoons parsley flakes; ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 (3/4 ounce) package beef gravy, prepared according to package directions; 12-1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional); garlic powder; pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb jennie o ground turkey breast
5 medium gold potatoes
4 tablespoons smart balance light butter
½ cup milk (your choice)
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can peas
1 (15 ounce) can corn
1 (7 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon thyme
2 teaspoons parsley flakes
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (3/4 ounce) package beef gravy, prepared according to package directions
12-1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
garlic powder
pepper

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Peel and chop potatoes into cubes for boiling.
3
Boil until fork tender.
4
Drain water and mash when ready, using 2 tablespoons butter and milk.
5
Meanwhile, brown ground turkey breast.
6
Add garlic powder and black pepper to taste.
7
After turkey is browned, remove turkey and place in a bowl, saving the grease for veggies to be sauteed.
8
If needed, add extra virgin olive oil.
9
Then add carrots, celery, and onion and saute for 5 minutes.
10
Then add peas, corn and mushrooms and saute for another 5 minutes or until onions are translucent.
11
Add ground turkey breast back into veggie mix.
12
Mix well.
13
Add thyme, parsley, and nutmeg.
14
Stir thoroughly.
15
If not already, reduce heat to low.
16
Prepare brown gravy at this time if not done already.
17
Add brown gravy to mixture.
18
Stir thoroughly.
19
Layer the bottom of a 3 liter baking dish with turkey and veggie mix.
20
Then add mashed potatoes, spreading across mix like a crust.
21
Add 2 tablespoons butter to top of potatoes.
22
Bake for 30-40 minutes.
23
Remove and let stand for 5 minutes.

3183

kcal

Calories

327

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb jennie o ground turkey breast, 5 medium gold potatoes, 4 tablespoons smart balance light butter, ½ cup milk (your choice), and more.

Yes, Jessie's Shepherd's Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jessie's Shepherd's Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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