Spiced Lentil Shepherd's Pie

Name: Spiced Lentil Shepherd's Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed; 1 large onion, diced; 2 carrots diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 cup frozen peas and corn; 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1/2 cup milk or plant milk; 3 tbsp butter or olive oil

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This Spiced Lentil Shepherd's Pie delivers all the comfort of the traditional dish in a satisfying, plant-based package. A savory filling of brown lentils, carrots, peas, and corn is cooked with onions, garlic, and warming spices like cumin and smoked paprika, creating a rich and flavorful base. It's all topped with a thick layer of fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes and baked until the top is golden and slightly crisp. This one-dish wonder is perfect for feeding a crowd, great for meal prep, and a fantastic way to enjoy a cozy, nutritious meal that even meat-lovers will adore.

speichern

A baking dish of shepherd's pie with a golden mashed potato top

Prep Time30 min

Cook Time40 min

Servings6 servings

Equipment

Large skilletPotato masher9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients

1 cup brown lentils, rinsed1 large onion, diced2 carrots diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp cumin1 tsp smoked paprika1 cup frozen peas and corn2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed1/2 cup milk or plant milk3 tbsp butter or olive oil

Instructions

1
Cook lentils according to package directions until tender. Drain.
2
Boil potatoes until soft. Mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large skillet, sauté onion and carrots until soft. Add garlic and spices; cook 1 minute.
4
Stir in cooked lentils and frozen peas and corn. Season well.
5
Spread lentil mixture in a baking dish. Top evenly with mashed potatoes. Bake for 25-30 minutes until top is golden. Let cool slightly before serving.