Vegetarian Shepherd's Pies

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These mini vegetarian shepherd's pies feature lentils, carrot and corn, crowned with a velvety mashed potato topping. The recipe can also be made in a broiler-safe casserole dish. Serve with a spinach salad with oranges, walnuts and red-wine vinaigrette.

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Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings, about 2 cups each

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Yukon Gold or white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

  • ½ cup buttermilk

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • ¾ teaspoon salt, divided

  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 large onion, finely diced

  • ½ cup finely diced carrot

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • ¾ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 14-ounce can vegetable broth

  • 1 1/2 cups cooked or canned (rinsed) lentils (see Tip)

Directions

  1. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with 2 inches of water. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, partially cover and cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot. Add buttermilk, butter and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Mash with a potato masher until mostly smooth.

  2. While the potatoes are cooking, position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Coat four 10- to 12-ounce broiler-safe ramekins (or an 8-inch-square broiler-safe baking dish) with cooking spray. Place ramekins on a broiler-safe baking sheet.

  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot and water. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in corn, thyme and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat. Stir in broth. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in lentils and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.

  4. Divide the hot lentil mixture among the prepared ramekins (or spread in the baking dish). Top with the mashed potatoes. Broil, rotating halfway through, until the potato is lightly browned in spots, 6 to 10 minutes.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare the filling (Step 3), cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day.

Tip: To cook lentils, place in a saucepan, cover with at least 1 inch of water, bring to a simmer and cook until just tender, 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the type of lentil. Drain and rinse with cold water. 1 cup dry lentils = about 2 1/2 cups cooked. Or use canned lentils: 15-ounce can = 1 1/2 cups. Rinse canned lentils before cooking with them to reduce the sodium by about 35%.

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

322 Calories
7g Fat
54g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 322
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 54g 20%
Dietary Fiber 10g 36%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 12g 24%
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Vitamin A 2847IU 57%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Folate 182mcg 46%
Sodium 783mg 34%
Calcium 77mg 6%
Iron 3mg 19%
Magnesium 64mg 15%
Potassium 842mg 18%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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