Low Carb Shepherds Pie
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound of lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper
- 2 cups of green beans (steamed and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups of mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped and steamed until tender
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
For the beef layer: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef or ground turkey and cook, stirring frequently, until fully cooked. Drain out excess fat! Then, add the beef broth, worcestershire sauce, and onion powder. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Simmer for a few minutes until the liquid thickens into a gravy around the meat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
For the veggies: In a small pan heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms. Cook for 7-10 minutes, until golden and tender. Scatter the mushrooms and the steamed green beans in an even layer over the meat.
For the mashed cauliflower: Using a food processor, blender, or immersion blender, combine the cauliflower, onion powder and garlic powder until smooth. Season with salt, to taste. Spread the mashed cauliflower in an even layer over the veggies.
Bake for about 25 minutes, until heated through and slightly browned. (Allow for longer cooking time if preparing ahead of time and refrigerating before baking.)
Phase 3 & 4 Only!
Lightly sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Bake for about 25 minutes, until heated through and slightly browned. (Allow for longer cooking time if preparing ahead of time and refrigerating before baking.)
