Turkey Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
This sweet potato shepherd’s pie recipe was inspired from my classic Shepherd’s Pie. I also have a meatless version, Portobello Shepherd’s Pie (vegetarian).
This is a crazy month for the North East. First we got slammed with a hurricane, and yesterday a Nor’easter. This is what it looks like outside my door… Thousands of people, including myself are still without power. Here on the south shore of Long Island, the fear the power company has is if they turn the power back on, it may start fires to the homes with severe water damage. There of talks of having to inspect every home before they turn the power back on… I’m afraid this means it could be a while before I get my power back. I’m not complaining, I’m managing fine for now thanks to my generator to keep my house warm, but many neighbors aren’t so lucky. Yesterday I visited an elderly woman who lives by herself, was cold, had no food and it just broke my heart knowing she is one of many. My girlfriend and I went grocery shopping for her and brought her some food and batteries and a warm hug, but she insisted on staying home despite the cold. Talk about a month to give thanks, I just want to remind you all to count your blessings! Be thankful for the little things: heat, clean water, hot showers, electricity, and hot food on the table. The simple necessities we often take for granted.
Shepherd’s Pie with Sweet Potato Topping
Sweet Potatoes are highly nutritious, and rich in antioxidants. I love using them in savory dishes like this, which is a meal in one and easy to make ahead.
Make Ahead
This dish can be assembled ahead of time, then baked in the oven when you are ready to eat. It also freezes well and reheats great. I made them in individual oven safe dishes for perfect portion control, but you can also make this in one large pie dish. To Freeze, follow directions up to step 9, then freeze in a freezer safe casserole dish or individual containers for up to 3 months. Refrigerate overnight to thaw, then bake as directed.
More Sweet Potato Recipes You Might Enjoy:
Smashed Sweet Potatoes Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Sweet Potato Pie Mashed Sweet Potatoes Brulee Slow Cooker Sweet Potato
