The Humble Shepherd
The Humble Shepherd pairs tender ground turkey in rich, oniony gravy with a colorful layer of peas and carrots, all crowned by fluffy mashed potatoes and a golden, melty cheese crust. It’s hearty and comforting with a balanced savory bite and a touch of sweetness from the vegetables—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or sharing with family.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in The Humble Shepherd, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 68 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 40
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 47
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- 2
Cover the potatoes with water in a saucepan and boil for 20 to 30 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain and use an electric mixer to beat until smooth. Add butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste; beat to your desired consistency.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the turkey and onion until the turkey is fully cooked. Add the gravy mix and water; stir often until the gravy is thick and bubbly. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Add the turkey mixture to the baking dish. Then layer the peas and carrots, and top with the mashed potatoes. Finish with a layer of shredded cheese on top.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are golden on top.
- Calories 734.07 kcal High 37%
- Protein 44.89 g Good Source 90%
- Carbohydrate 40.08 g 15%
- Total Fat 42.28 g High 54%
- Saturated Fat 26.51 g High 133%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 171.12 mg High 57%
- Sodium 1212.98 mg High 53%
- Dietary Fiber 5.41 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 9.19 g --
- Added Sugars 1.68 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 639.11 mg Good Source 49%
- Iron 1.54 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 567.76 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 509.2 mcg Good Source 57%
- Vitamin C 14.51 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.47 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
The Humble Shepherd is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Gravy Mix, Cooked Turkey, and Cooking Spray. Each serving provides about 734.07 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is The Humble Shepherd made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Gravy Mix, Cooked Turkey, Cooking Spray, Milk. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make The Humble Shepherd?
- About 1 hr 20 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 734.07 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is The Humble Shepherd easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is The Humble Shepherd healthy?
- The Humble Shepherd has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 734.07 calories and 44.89 g of protein, or 90% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1212.98 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 26.51 g (133% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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