Pork, Apple And Sweet Potato Shepherd'S Pie Recipe

Name: Pork, Apple And Sweet Potato Shepherd'S Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (approx 1-inch in size); 1 cup unsweetened applesauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional); salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 lbs pork loin, cut into bite size pieces; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 stalks celery, diced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 granny smith apples, peeled and cubed; 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped; 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped

Servings: persons

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (approx 1-inch in size)
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 lbs pork loin, cut into bite size pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 stalks celery, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 granny smith apples, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped

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Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
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1) In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook sweet potatoes until fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, then return to pan with next four ingredients, mash and set aside.
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2) Season pork with salt & pepper. In a large, deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook pork, in batches until browned on all sides; remove to a plate.
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3) Add celery and onion to the fat in the pan and saute until lightly browned. Return pork to pan with apple, apple juice, broth, thyme, sage and additional salt and pepper; reduce heat and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until liquid has reduced by about two-thirds.
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4) Transfer to large baking dish (I used a 9x13 glass cake pan) and top with sweet potatoes, smooth top. Bake for about 30 minutes, until browned on top.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (approx 1-inch in size), 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Pork, Apple And Sweet Potato 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!

Pork, Apple And Sweet Potato Shepherd'S Pie

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