Low Carb Shepherds Pie Recipe

Name: Low Carb Shepherds Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon olive oil; 12 small diced onion; 12 lb ground beef; 10 button mushrooms, cleaned and diced; 1 carrot, peeled and diced; ½ cup frozen peas; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 ¼ cups beef broth; 2 small russet potatoes, peeled and diced; 2 cups cauliflower, rinsed and cut into florets; 1 tablespoon light cream cheese; 1 tablespoon light butter; salt and pepper; ¼ cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon olive oil
12 small diced onion
12 lb ground beef
10 button mushrooms, cleaned and diced
1 carrot, peeled and diced
½ cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons flour
1 ¼ cups beef broth
2 small russet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups cauliflower, rinsed and cut into florets
1 tablespoon light cream cheese
1 tablespoon light butter
salt and pepper
¼ cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Place the potatoes and cauliflower in a pot of water and bring to a boil.
3
Boil the cauliflower and potatoes till fork tender, drain.
4
Put the drained potato and cauliflower back into the cooking pot and place back over heat (this will allow excess water to evaporate while you mash the vegetables).
5
Add the cream cheese and butter, and mash well.
6
A few lumps are fine.
7
Go with your preference.
8
Salt and pepper the pototo/cauliflower mash to taste and set aside.
9
Heat olive oil in nonstick skillet over medium heat.
10
Add onions and carrots and saute for a few minutes till the onions are softened.
11
Add the ground beef and brown while breaking up with a spatula.
12
When the beef is nearly brown, add the mushrooms.
13
Cook until soft, then add the peas.
14
Add the flour and mix into the beef mixture.
15
When the flour is well incorporated, add the beef broth and bring to a simmer while stirring.
16
The mixture will thicken.
17
Spoon the meat mixture equally into four ramekins.
18
Top with meat mixture with the potato/cauliflower mixture.
19
Sprinkle lightly with low fat cheddar cheese.
20
Bake for about 15 minutes until bubbling at the edges and the cheese is melted and golden.
21
Allow to cool for a few minutes, then dig in!

3780

kcal

Calories

280

Fat

Carbs

249

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon olive oil, 12 small diced onion, 12 lb ground beef, 10 button mushrooms, cleaned and diced, and more.

Yes, Low Carb Shepherds 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!

Low Carb Shepherds Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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