Sweet Potato Shepherds Pie

Sweet potato mash give the dish a different dimension which we think you'll love, and makes it a perfect winter warmer.

Sweet potatoes have more nutrition than normal potatoes. They are known in some parts of the world as kumera or yams.

This recipe is low fat, low sodium, low sugar and a good source of protein.

Ingredients

• 500g lamb mince, low fat
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 tbsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. each thyme & rosemary
• Handful parsley, chopped
• Cracked pepper

Topping:

• 500g sweet potato, peeled and cut
• 1/4 cup low fat milk
• 1 tbsp. butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

1. Steam your potatoes until soft. Mash with milk and butter until smooth, season with salt and pepper.
2. In pot or pan, heat your olive oil and saute onions until softened, around 5-8 minutes.
3. Add carrot, celery, continuing to cook for a further 5 minutes.
4. Now add lamb mince, cooking this through.
5. Season with thyme, rosemary, garlic, oregano, pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
6. Once all cooked, add canned tomatoes, stock, corn and parsley. Simmer for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat oven 180C (350F)
8. Add meat mixture to an oven proof dish and top with sweet potato mixture.
9. Bake in oven for 20-30 minutes until bubbling.
10. Serve with steamed vegetables or peas.