Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Cups
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie Cups are a delightful twist on a classic comfort food, featuring creamy sweet potatoes atop a savory filling of ground meat and vegetables, all baked in individual portions. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests, these flavorful cups combine sweetness with heartiness, making them an impressive addition to any meal. Easy to customize and prepare, they are sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 cups 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g)
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced carrots (about 130g)
- 1 cup frozen peas (about 150g)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth (240ml)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a muffin tin for cup shapes.
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes; boil in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until soft. Drain and mash with olive oil until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions, carrots, and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground meat to the skillet; cook until browned. Stir in peas and beef broth; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Layer the meat mixture into muffin tins, topping each with mashed sweet potatoes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg