Meatloaf-Mex Shepherds Pie

40 min

8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 cups warm mashed potatoes
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef or turkey
  • 1 pkg Classic Meatloaf Seasoning
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 475° F (245° C).
  2. Stir potatoes with Taco Seasoning. Cover and keep warm.
  3. Heat oil in frying pan set over medium-high heat. When hot, crumble in beef. Add Classic Meatloaf Seasoning. Stir for 5–7 minutes, until meat is cooked through.
  4. Stir in beef bouillon and tomato paste. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, until most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir in vegetables and simmer for 2–3 minutes, until heated through.
  5. Turn mixture into a 9” x 13” baking dish. Spread potatoes overtop. Using fork tines, make decorative patterns over potatoes.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, until potatoes are crispy and filling is bubbly.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 270, Fat 8 g (Saturated 3.5 g, 0.4 0 g), Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 350 mg, Carbohydrate 34 g (Fiber 5 g, Sugars 2 g), Protein 17 g.

Tips

Make Ahead: Prepare pie the night before; cover and refrigerate. Bake in a preheated 475° F (245° C) oven for 40–50 minutes, until potaotes are crispy and filling is bubbly.

Perfectly Balance Your Plate

Serve with a veggie platter and prepared Epicure’s Dip.