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
- 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
- Protein 44.89 g Good Source
- Carbs 40.08 g Moderate
- Total Fat 42.28 g High
- Saturated Fat 26.51 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 171.12 mg High
- Sodium 1212.98 mg High
- Fiber 5.41 g Moderate
- Sugar 9.19 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 1.68 g Low Source
- Calcium 706.26 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.54 mg Low Source
- Potassium 567.76 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 743.82 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 23.8 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.47 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅