Easy Shepherds Pie with a Healthy Twist and Turkey Bacon Delight
Enjoy a healthier version of the classic shepherd’s pie featuring turkey bacon for a delightful twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and crumble.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook thoroughly.
- Stir in the peas, corn, and carrots, then season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the turkey mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- Top with mashed potatoes and sprinkle crumbled turkey bacon on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some shredded cheese on top before baking.
- Use leftover mashed potatoes for a quicker preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy Shepherds Pie, Healthy Shepherds Pie, Turkey Bacon Recipe, Comfort Food