Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced mushrooms
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup corn
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegan sour cream
• 2 cups prepared mashed potatoes

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in mushrooms, carrots, peas, corn, thyme, oregano, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in vegetable broth and flour and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened, about 1 minute.
5. Spoon vegetable mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread mashed potatoes over top.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until potatoes are lightly browned.
7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This vegetarian Shepherd's Pie is a great way to get your family to eat more vegetables.
• You can adjust the amount of seasonings to your taste.
• Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie is a great make-ahead meal. Just assemble the dish and refrigerate for up to 3 days before baking.