Southwestern Shepherd's Pie

Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Southwestern Shepherd's Pie
45 min.
4
655kcal

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Discover a delicious twist on a classic with this Southwestern Shepherd's Pie! Perfectly gluten-free and bursting with vibrant flavors, this dish is not only comforting but also a feast for the senses. Imagine tender ground beef seasoned with aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin, mingling with the robust textures of black beans and sweet corn. Each bite offers a savory explosion enhanced by the earthy notes of ground cinnamon and the freshness of chopped cilantro.

The star of this pie is undoubtedly the creamy sweet potato mash that blankets the hearty filling. Sweet potatoes provide a nutritious alternative to traditional mashed potatoes, offering natural sweetness and vibrant color. With just a hint of butter and milk, the mash is the perfect finale, melding beautifully with the rich beef and vegetable base beneath it.

This Shepherd's Pie is more than just a meal; it’s an experience that brings together family and friends at the dining table. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a casual weekend dinner. Serve it alongside a refreshing salad or some warm crusty bread, and you’ve got yourself a satisfying dinner that everyone will love. Dive into this wholesome dish and enjoy a hearty meal that’s as delightful as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup black beans rinsed
  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • 0.5 cup regular corn cooked
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • small bell pepper diced green
  • pound ground beef 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon jalapeno green chopped
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • medium onion diced
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • 1.5 pounds sweet potatoes and into peeled cut in chunks
  • tablespoon tomato paste 
  • cups tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot overmedium heat.
  2. Add onion andbell pepper; cook, stirring, for10 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and jalapeño;cook for 2 minutes. Raiseheat to medium-high; add beefand brown for 5 minutes.
  4. Add tomato paste and spices;cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  5. Addtomatoes; simmer until liquidreduces, 15 minutes.
  6. Add corn,beans, and 4 tablespoons cilantro. Spooninto a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  7. Place sweet potatoes in asaucepan with water to cover.Bring to a boil, reduce heat, andsimmer for 30 minutes.
  8. Drain;mash with butter and milk.
  9. Spread mash over the meat mixture.
  10. Bake in a 400°F oven untilbrown, 30 minutes.
  11. Garnish withmore cilantro.
  12. Other

Nutrition Facts

Calories655kcal
Protein16.61%
Fat50.75%
Carbs32.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
113.88
Glycemic Load
22.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.428695647613%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.51mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.97mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
7.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:655.36kcal
32.77%
Fat:37.48g
57.66%
Saturated Fat:14.04g
87.76%
Carbohydrates:54.23g
18.08%
Net Carbohydrates:43.9g
15.96%
Sugar:13.86g
15.39%
Cholesterol:99.22mg
33.07%
Sodium:492.03mg
21.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.6g
55.21%
Vitamin A:25866.7IU
517.33%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.57%
Vitamin C:38.54mg
46.71%
Manganese:0.87mg
43.51%
Vitamin B12:2.6µg
43.39%
Fiber:10.33g
41.33%
Zinc:6.11mg
40.75%
Potassium:1406.43mg
40.18%
Phosphorus:382.57mg
38.26%
Vitamin B3:7.23mg
36.13%
Selenium:20.08µg
28.68%
Iron:5.02mg
27.88%
Magnesium:106.42mg
26.6%
Copper:0.5mg
24.87%
Vitamin E:3.7mg
24.7%
Vitamin B5:2.43mg
24.28%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.5%
Vitamin K:23.84µg
22.71%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.45%
Folate:84.37µg
21.09%
Calcium:152.77mg
15.28%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
2.99%
Source:Epicurious