Turkey & Leek Shepherd's Pie

From EatingWell: November/December 1996

The mashed potato-covered shepherd's pie was originally created to use up the leftovers from a festive roast. This version blends peas, leeks and carrots with diced turkey, all in a creamy herb sauce. The dish is a perfect way to create a second meal with the holiday turkey but if you like, use leftover roast chicken, duck or goose.

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"We made this last night but used sweet potatoes instead, it was amazing ! It was easy to make and the sweet potatoes gave it some extra flavor and vitamins ! "

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9 Reviews for Turkey & Leek Shepherd's Pie

11/04/2012

Jessica_366

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Huge hit!

I used the meat from shredded chicken thighs that I cooked with garlic in the crockpot (no leftover turkey yet), and frozen, shelled edamame instead of peas, and this turned out pretty good! My husband LOVED it, I thought it was a little bland. The potato topping is really good, and it's hard to believe that there's no butter in it, but the dish is missing something. It was better leftover, but I may try substituting a Spanish or sweet onion for the leeks next time to tweak what's missing in the flavor.

Pros: tastes great, healthy

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03/12/2012

Anonymous

Have made this 2x and used ground turkey both times. We have enjoyed it as much as regular shepards pie. I like the use of leeks in this recipe as opposed to using onions. Have also added mushrooms once...yummy!

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11/27/2011

phocid

Surprisingly Easy and Flavorful

I was so surprised at how easily this dish came together. It was bursting with flavor. I might go lighter on the mashed potatoes next time around, but there will absolutely be a next time around for this recipe. Delicious!

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11/26/2011

ljpardue

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Yummy, flexible recipe

I didn't make this recipe exactly, but I used it as a guideline for a casserole I made using Thanksgiving leftovers. I used green onions and 1/2 sweet onion instead of leeks, chopped spinach instead of peas, gravy and water instead of broth and flour, sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes. It was really tasty and hearty!

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11/01/2010

melissa_mann

We made this last night but used sweet potatoes instead, it was amazing ! It was easy to make and the sweet potatoes gave it some extra flavor and vitamins !

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