Vegetable Tofu Shepherds Pie Recipe

Name: Vegetable Tofu Shepherds Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable Tofu Layer (bottom); 12 ounces extra firm tofu, shredded; 2 tablespoons vegetable broth; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 cup carrot, chopped; 1/2 cup broccoli floret; 1/2 cup sweet red pepper; 1/4 cup peas; 1/4 teaspoon thyme; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander or 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro; 1 pinch black pepper; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 sprays Pam cooking spray; Sauce (middle layer); 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce; 1 pinch fresh ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, divided; 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in reserved 1/2 cup broth; Mashed Potato Topping; 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half

Servings: persons

Vegetable Tofu Layer (bottom)
12 ounces extra firm tofu, shredded
2 tablespoons vegetable broth
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
1/2 cup broccoli floret
1/2 cup sweet red pepper
1/4 cup peas
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander or 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 pinch black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 sprays Pam cooking spray
Sauce (middle layer)
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in reserved 1/2 cup broth
Mashed Potato Topping
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half

1
Gently squeeze the water out of the Tofu block then shred - by hand with a fork or process in food processor.
2
Saute the chopped vegetables in the broth with the thyme, coriander, and black pepper until the onions are translucent and carrots soften.
3
Stir in shredded tofu.
4
When heated through, stir in lemon juice and soy sauce. Remove from heat.
5
To make the mashed potatoes, place the peeled, cubed potatoes in a saucepan and cover with lightly salted water.
6
Bring to a boil, and then simmer the potatoes until soft. Drain.
7
Mash the potatoes with the butter and fat-free Half & Half. Salt to taste.
8
For the mushroom sauce, heat the 2 Tbsp vegetable broth in a skillet.
9
Stir in the mushrooms, soy sauce, and black pepper. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender.
10
Add 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
11
Slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook at a low boil, continuing to stir, until the gravy is thickened.
12
Spray a 9 inch square casserole dish with PAM.
13
Layer the tofu mixture, then the mushroom sauce, and then the mashed potatoes. Use a fork to form peaks in the mashed potatoes.
14
Bake at 400u00b0F for 30 minutes until the potato topping starts to brown.

300

kcal

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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

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable Tofu Layer (bottom), 12 ounces extra firm tofu, shredded, 2 tablespoons vegetable broth, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Tofu 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.

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Vegetable Tofu Shepherds Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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