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Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie: Comfort Food Redefined

Enjoy a hearty and comforting Paleo Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie made with wholesome ingredients that warm the body and soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Paleo
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Topping
  • 4 large Sweet Potatoes Boil and mash for the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Ghee or Coconut Oil Coconut oil is a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk Use full-fat for the creamiest consistency.
For the Meat Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Meat Choice of Lamb, Beef, Turkey, or Chicken.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas or Corn Optional, add at the end of cooking.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Oven-safe Skillet or Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Peel and chop sweet potatoes, boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then mash with ghee and coconut milk.
  3. In a skillet, heat ghee over medium heat, cook ground meat for 5-7 minutes, then add peas or corn.
  4. Spread the meat filling in the skillet, top with sweet potato mash, smoothing it evenly.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges bubble and top is golden.
  6. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.

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