Cauliflower Shepherd’s Pie

Midwest Husbands

Scaling back on carbs

At a glance

Prep time

15 mins

Cook time

30 mins

Total time

1 hr

Servings

Calories

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Exploring healthy comfort food

No way. We’re not making something with cauliflower to replace potatoes or rice. This was a common sentiment in our house not too long ago. However, this recipe changes everything. Finally we have found a way to ensure the cauliflower isn’t overly dry or bland. The texture of the mashed cauliflower here is beyond perfect. We have already said that this is a dish we’d make as a standalone, or for our future kids to fool them!

But all of that aside, this version of a low-carb shepherd’s pie is not only comforting, but also feels filling! We love the added pizazz of carrots and onions in the meat mixture, along with a good ole’ Worcestershire Sauce for good measure! Pretty sure it can’t be called shepherd’s pie without that signature ingredient.

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You will need

2 lb. 85% lean organic ground beef
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
1/2 head of cauliflower, washed and chopped
2 carrots, washed, peeled and shredded
3 garlic cloves, minced and divided
2 T butter
1-1/2 T heavy cream
1-1/2 T water
1 T Worcestershire sauce
1 t salt
1 t pepper
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
(Optional) Parsley, for garnish
(Optional) Red pepper flakes, for spice

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Cover cauliflower and water in a glass bowl and microwave on high for 4 minutes. Drain water, and add butter. Transfer to a food processor, and add cream, 1-1/2 t minced garlic, 1/2 t salt and 1/4 t pepper. Mix on high to combine, scraping the sides every 15 seconds until smooth. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1-1/2 T butter. Brown ground beef for 8-10 minutes, and season with remaining salt and pepper. Remove from pan.
Cook onions and carrots in pan juices for 4-5 minutes or until softened. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the cooked meat back in, and stir. Remove from heat.
In a greased pie dish, spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom and press down. Spread the mashed cauliflower over the top, and sprinkle with cheese.
Bake for 25 minutes, and broil for an additional 3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Sprinkle with parsley or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve and enjoy!