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shepherd's pie recipe

Beef Picadillo Shepherd's Pie

A low-carb twist on the classic Shepherd's Pie, packed with warm spices and a tangy hint of olives.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Cauliflower Topping
  • 1 large cauliflower cut into small florets
  • 2 cups chicken broth
For the Beef Picadillo Filling
  • 1 lb extra lean ground beef
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes from a can
  • 0.25 cup olives with pimento coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread cauliflower florets in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly spray with cooking spray. Roast for 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then transfer to a food processor or blender. Add 1 cup of chicken broth and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. Heat the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Drain the beef on paper towels.
  3. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes. Stir in the cumin and paprika and cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly. Return the browned beef to the skillet. Stir in the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth, diced tomatoes, chopped olives, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for 6 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened slightly and reduced by half. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the beef mixture to an 8 or 9-inch square baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  4. Spoon the mashed cauliflower topping evenly over the beef mixture.
  5. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes at 400°F. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

This recipe is naturally low in carbohydrates and makes for a hearty and satisfying meal.
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