Turkey Shepherd's Pie with Leftover Mashed Potatoes

Name: Turkey Shepherd's Pie with Leftover Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups leftover turkey meat; 1 cup chopped carrots; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup frozen green peas; 1 1/2 cups leftover mashed potatoes; Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
In a large saucepan, combine turkey, carrots, celery, onion, bay leaves, and thyme.
3
Pour over chicken broth and set pan over high heat.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes, until liquid reduces slightly.
6
Remove bay leaves.
7
Remove from heat and stir in peas.
8
Transfer turkey mixture to a deep-dish pie plate or shallow casserole dish placed on a baking sheet.
9
Spoon mashed potatoes over top and, using the back of a spoon, make an even layer.
10
Place pie on a baking sheet and bake 15 minutes, until top is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
11
Serving suggestion: Serve the pie with a bagged green salad.

578

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups leftover turkey meat, 1 cup chopped carrots, 1 cup chopped celery, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Turkey Shepherd's Pie with Leftover Mashed Potatoes 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!