Gluten Free Shepherd's Pie with Mashed Cauliflower
This gluten-free version of shepherd's pie replaces the traditional mashed potato topping with creamy mashed cauliflower.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup, grated
- Milk - 1/4 cup
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Cauliflower - 1 large head, cut into florets
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Beef broth - 1 cup
- Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
- Gluten-free worcestershire sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Frozen peas - 1 cup
- Carrots - 2 medium, diced
- Onion - 1 medium, diced
- Ground beef - 1.5 pounds
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, peas, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, steam the cauliflower florets until tender. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, mash the cauliflower with butter, milk, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the mashed cauliflower evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the cauliflower topping is golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g