Enjoy a comforting and hearty meal with this easy and delicious Shepherd's Turkey Pie. Made with ground turkey, fresh vegetables, and topped with a fluffy mashed potato crust, this dish is perfect for a family dinner or gathering. The creamy filling is flavored with herbs and spices, creating a flavorful and satisfying pie. Give this recipe a try and impress your loved ones with a homemade and flavorful Shepherd's Turkey Pie.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth and flour until well combined. Pour the mixture into the skillet and stir well.
- Add the frozen peas and cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Transfer the turkey filling to a baking dish.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mashed potatoes and stir until heated through.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the turkey filling in the baking dish, creating a crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the mashed potato crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Shepherd's Turkey Pie warm and enjoy!