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Shepherd's pie

Serves 6

Tip: Ground turkey breast and skim milk lighten up this classic Irish dish.

  1. Boil 2 russet potatoes for 20 minutes.
  2. Drain potatoes and return to pot.
  3. Add 1 cup skim milk.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon butter.
  5. Add 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
  6. Mash until smooth and set aside.
  7. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  8. Add 1/2 cup chopped onions.
  9. Add 1/2 cup chopped carrots.
  10. Saute until tender.
  11. Add 1 pound lean ground beef.
  12. Add 1/2 pound turkey ground breast.
  13. Cook thoroughly.
  14. Add 1 tablespoon tomato paste.
  15. Add 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary.
  16. Add 1 teaspoon fresh thyme.
  17. Add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
  18. Add 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  19. Add 2 cups chicken stock.
  20. Cook for 10 minutes.
  21. Stir in 1/2 cup thawed peas.
  22. Add 1/2 cup thawed corn.
  23. Cook until stock is absorbed.
  24. Bake for 20 minutes at 400 F.

Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.