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Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

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A hearty vegetarian dish made with lentils and vegetables topped with creamy mashed potatoes.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a pot, cook lentils in vegetable broth until tender.
  3. In a skillet, sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until soft.
  4. Add thyme, rosemary, and tomato paste to the skillet.
  5. Mix in cooked lentils and peas, season with salt and pepper.
  6. Spread lentil mixture in a baking dish.
  7. Top with mashed potatoes.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

Notes

  • Use any vegetables you prefer.
  • Make mashed potatoes ahead of time for quicker prep.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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