For an even richer flavor, consider using bone broth instead of water when boiling the potatoes. A touch of grated Parmesan cheese sprinkled over the mashed potatoes before baking adds a delightful crust. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables based on seasonal availability and personal preference; mushrooms and celery would be excellent additions.
Elk Shepherd's Pie
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS133
Indulge in the rustic charm of Elk Shepherd's Pie, a comforting masterpiece featuring savory ground elk nestled beneath a blanket of creamy mashed potatoes and vibrant garden vegetables. A hearty dish perfect for a cozy evening.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate57 g
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Cholesterol40 mg
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Fiber9 g
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Protein15 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium107 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
23 mins
Prepare the Potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; steam dry potatoes in pot for 1 to 2 minutes. Add half-and-half, 2 tablespoons butter, salt, and black pepper; mash until smooth. Set aside.
02
Step
1 mins
Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
03
Step
5 mins
Sauté the Elk: Cook elk meat, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a skillet over medium-high heat until crumbly and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate or baking dish; return skillet to the stove over medium heat.
04
Step
15 mins
Build the Base: Add onion, parsnip, and garlic powder to the skillet; season with salt and black pepper. Cook until parsnip has softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in mixed vegetables; cook 5 minutes, then add to pie plate on top of the elk.
05
Step
30 mins
Assemble and Bake: Top vegetable mixture with mashed potatoes; brush 1 tablespoon melted butter on top. Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes begin to turn golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve hot.
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Joesph Treutel
May 4, 2025My family is gluten-free, so I substituted the flour with a gluten-free blend. It worked great!
Hellen Towne
Apr 14, 2025I found the garlic powder a little overpowering, I would cut it in half next time
Norval Skiles
Mar 27, 2025The parsnip adds such a unique and wonderful flavor to this shepherd's pie.
Candace Rippin
Mar 16, 2025I think next time I'll try adding some mushrooms to the vegetable mix.
Creola Ankunding
Mar 9, 2025Doubled the recipe for a potluck and everyone raved about it!
Amya Haleydaugherty
Oct 11, 2024I added a layer of shredded cheese under the mashed potatoes - so good!
Tyrell Anderson
Jul 31, 2024The instructions were easy to follow, and the pie turned out perfectly!
Taya Schmitt
Jul 5, 2024This recipe was a hit! My family loved the rich flavors and creamy potatoes.
Nils Lemke
Apr 21, 2024I substituted ground beef for the elk, and it was still delicious. A great weeknight meal!