Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
A comforting and hearty Turkey Shepherd’s Pie made with leftover shredded turkey, vegetables, herbs, and creamy mashed potatoes, baked to golden perfection. This dish transforms leftover turkey into a delicious one-pan meal perfect for using up leftovers and enjoying a classic comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3/4 cup onion, diced
- 3/4 cup carrots, diced
- 3/4 cup celery, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups leftover turkey, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary
- 2 cups gravy
Topping
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the shepherd’s pie.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter, diced onion, celery, carrots, salt, and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Turkey and Veggies: Stir in the shredded leftover turkey, frozen peas, frozen corn, fresh thyme, rosemary, and gravy. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Potato Topping: Warm the leftover mashed potatoes slightly to make them easier to spread. Then evenly spread the mashed potatoes over the turkey and vegetable filling in the skillet.
- Bake the Pie: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the filling to heat through.
- Broil to Brown: For a nicely browned top, switch the oven to broil and broil the pie for an additional 5 to 8 minutes until the mashed potatoes develop a golden crust.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top for color and freshness, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use leftover turkey and mashed potatoes for a quick and easy meal.
- If you prefer, substitute frozen mixed vegetables for peas and corn.
- Ensure the skillet you use is oven-safe (cast iron recommended) to seamlessly transfer from stovetop to oven.
- Adjust herbs to your taste; sage can be used instead of rosemary or thyme.
- To make this dish ahead, assemble and refrigerate before baking; bake when ready.
Keywords: Turkey Shepherd's Pie, leftover turkey recipe, comfort food, mashed potato topping, baked casserole, leftover makeover
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