Keto Shepherd’s Pie

Keto Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients

For the Meat Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef or ground lamb
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1/2 cup carrots, diced (optional, for slightly higher carbs)
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (optional, for thickening)

For the Mashed Cauliflower Topping:

• 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cauliflower Mash:

   • Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender (about 10 minutes).
   • Drain and place in a food processor or mash well with a hand blender.
   • Add butter, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

2. Cook the Meat Filling:

   • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef (or lamb) and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
   • Add onion, garlic, celery, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
   • Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
   • Pour in beef broth and let simmer for 5 minutes. If the mixture is too thin, sprinkle in xanthan gum and stir until thickened.

3. Assemble & Bake:

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Transfer the meat mixture to a greased 9×9-inch baking dish.
   • Spread the mashed cauliflower evenly over the top.
   • Sprinkle extra shredded cheddar on top if desired.
   • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and bubbly.

4. Serve & Enjoy!

This keto-friendly shepherd’s pie is packed with flavor, creamy goodness, and none of the carb-heavy potatoes.

Keto Shepherd’s Pie – Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion (1/6 of the recipe)

Breakdown of Key Ingredients:

• Ground Beef (or Lamb): Provides most of the protein and fat.
• Cauliflower Mash: Low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes, adding fiber.
• Cheese & Cream: Adds creaminess, fats, and extra protein.
• Vegetables (Carrots, Celery, Onion, Mushrooms): Adds some carbs but also essential vitamins and minerals.
• Xanthan Gum (if used): Virtually no carbs but helps with thickening.