Lentil Shepherd'S Pie Recipe

Name: Lentil Shepherd'S Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. dried green or brown lentils; 4 Tbsp. butter or vegan margarine; 2 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 tsp. dried Herbs de Provence; 1 (15 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped; 2 Tbsp. soy sauce; 2 to 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley; salt and pepper to taste; 1 1/2 lb. potatoes, cooked and mashed; a little extra butter or vegan margarine

Servings: persons

1 c. dried green or brown lentils
4 Tbsp. butter or vegan margarine
2 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tsp. dried Herbs de Provence
1 (15 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 to 3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 lb. potatoes, cooked and mashed
a little extra butter or vegan margarine

1
Put the washed lentils into a large saucepan.
2
Cover with water and boil gently until tender, about 45 minutes.
3
Drain. Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
4
Use 1/2 of the butter or vegan margarine to grease a shallow ovenproof dish.
5
Saute the onions in the remaining butter or vegan magarine in a large saucepan for 10 minutes.
6
Add the garlic, mixed herbs, tomatoes, soy sauce, lentils, parsley, salt and pepper.
7
Spoon the mixture into the dish.
8
Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top, drawing the prongs of the fork over the surface to make ridges.
9
Dot the whole surface with a little butter or vegan margarine.
10
Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown.

385

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Protein

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* 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.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. dried green or brown lentils, 4 Tbsp. butter or vegan margarine, 2 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced, 1 garlic clove, crushed, and more.

Yes, Lentil 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!

Lentil Shepherd'S Pie

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