Shepherd's Pie With Leftover Turkey And Mashed Potatoes
After the Thanksgiving feast, you are left with a lot of leftover turkey and mashed potatoes. One great way to use these leftovers is by making a delicious Shepherd's Pie. This classic Irish dish is not only tasty but also very easy to make. In this article, we will show you how to make a Shepherd's Pie with leftover turkey and mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients that you will need:
- 2 cups of leftover turkey, chopped
- 2 cups of leftover mashed potatoes
- 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make your Shepherd's Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté for a few minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add the leftover turkey and sauté for another 5 minutes until it is heated through.
- Add the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in the peas and carrots.
- Transfer the turkey mixture to a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish.
- Spread the leftover mashed potatoes on top of the turkey mixture.
- Use a fork to make some decorative lines on the top of the mashed potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations
You can also try these variations to make your Shepherd's Pie even more interesting:
- Instead of turkey, you can use leftover chicken or beef.
- You can add some grated cheese on top of the mashed potatoes before baking.
- For a vegetarian version, you can use lentils or mushrooms instead of meat.
- You can also add some herbs like thyme or rosemary to the turkey mixture for extra flavor.
Conclusion
Shepherd's Pie with leftover turkey and mashed potatoes is a delicious and easy way to use up your Thanksgiving leftovers. With just a few ingredients and simple instructions, you can have a comforting and hearty meal in no time. Try out these variations to make it even more interesting. Enjoy!
