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Easy Cauliflower Shepherd's Pie

With lots of veggie shortcuts and a cauliflower-mash topping instead of spuds, you can have this comfort-food staple in a fraction of the usual time—and save carbs too! Cook the veggies from frozen; no need to thaw. Swap ground turkey for the beef if you prefer.

Active Time
25 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Yield
Serves 4

How to Make It

1. Step
Place oven rack 5 inches from broiler. Preheat the broiler (use "low" setting if you have it).
2. Step
Microwave cauliflower according to package directions until softened. Stir in chives and pepper; set aside.
3. Step
Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat (see Tip). Add beef and cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the meat, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes; drain off most of the fat. Stir in Worcestershire and thyme, then add peas and carrots and onion; cook, stirring, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. Step
Spread the cauliflower mixture evenly over the beef mixture and sprinkle with Cheddar. Broil just until the top is browned, about 3 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 (12-ounce) packages frozen mashed cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoons dried chives
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 pound 92%-lean ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 ½ cups frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 cup frozen chopped onion
  • ⅓ cup grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese (1½ oz.)

Tags

Diabetes Appropriate

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