If you’re looking for a delicious, nutritious, and comforting meal, Keto Shepherd’s Pie is the perfect choice. This keto-friendly dish is loaded with flavor and is sure to become a staple in your house. It’s easy to make and can be adapted to a vegetarian or vegan diet. So, let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
For the ground beef layer:
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
For the mashed cauliflower layer:
• 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
For the topping:
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Nutritional Information
Calories: 487
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 40g
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until it is browned and cooked through. Add the onion, garlic, thyme, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
3. In a separate pot, add the cauliflower florets and enough water to cover them. Bring the water to a boil and cook the cauliflower for 8 minutes, or until it is soft.
4. Drain the cauliflower and add it to a large bowl. Add the butter, garlic, cream cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mash the cauliflower until it is smooth.
5. Grease a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. Add the ground beef mixture to the dish and spread it out evenly. Top with the mashed cauliflower and spread it out evenly. Finally, top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!
Vegetarian and Vegan Alternatives
For a vegetarian version of Keto Shepherd’s Pie, replace the ground beef with crumbled tofu or your favorite vegetarian ground beef substitute.
For a vegan version, replace the ground beef with crumbled tofu, and use vegan butter, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese.
Conclusion
Keto Shepherd’s Pie is the perfect comfort food meal that is both delicious and nutritious. It’s easy to make and can be adapted to a vegetarian or vegan diet. So, give this recipe a try and enjoy a guilt-free meal!
