I made these once! The exact origin of Shepherds pie is a bit of a mystery! This Shepherds pie is so delicious! xo, Made this a few times and enjoyed, the mash I added rosemary (crushed) and vegan cheese. Add the onion and saut for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the onions start to soften. Make the veggies: In a large oven-safe pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Leftover mashed potatoes. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook, stirring, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. I add rosemary along with the thyme, and that goes in the onions peppers and garlic BEFORE the lentils and veggie broth. My current idea is to prepare it usual and use my (oven-safe) crock pot insert to bake itso that I can place it in the crock pot on warm and folks can help themselves if they get hungry. Pro Texture Tip: I chopped up half of my mushrooms so there would be a better texture variety in the filling. Its a great dump recipe to use up any leftover vegetables you have that might be on the verge of going bad. I would never have found this recipe if it was labeled as anything other than Vegetarian Shepherds Pie as that was what I was looking fora meatless Shepherds Pie! We would recommend preparing up to the point of putting the mashed potatoes on top. Hi Bryce, that could work! xo. Yay! Thanks for the review! Reduce the heat and continue to cook the lentils, partly covered, until they are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Lay the veggie filling into a baking dish, the spread the mashed potatoes over top. I lost track of how many times I have made this! This will definitely become one of my staples. Ive made this recipe plenty of times, I also add some extra spices and flavors to the lentils. Hi Annmarie, in our experience lentils usually cook in about 35 minutes. Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Bars. Namelydo you think the texture of the potatoes likely to get kind of weird? Im thinking about sauteing an onion instead of the shallots and using 1/2 to put on top of the mashed. Its creamy, its cheesy, its comforting and completely delicious. All vegan, fyi. Glad to hear you enjoyed it! Reduce the heat to medium and add leeks, carrots and garlic, and continue to cook until tender, another 10 minutes. Were so glad to hear it, Patti. Its something to do with the starch content of certain potatoes. So glad you enjoyed! Mix in the hot butter mixture and sour cream just until blended. I didnt have thyme, or time, so I substituted in a tablespoon of vegan Wostershire sauce for extra flavor, and threw in a bayleaf while I was cooking the veggies. Let cool briefly before serving. Thank you!!! I have made it several times now. This is a vegan page its just so odd. This is incredibly delicious, but no surprise there!! * I used red lentils I skipped the oil threw everything else in with a bit of Worcester sauce and rosemary (as suggested by someone else). Required fields are marked *. Ive made this many times now. Yay! Thank you for sharing! -Add 1/2 packet veggie brown gravy mix (I happened to have it on hand) Have a lovely day. This is heaven. Leave a Private Note on this recipe and see it here. I dont follow it exactly anymore because Ive discovered its super versatile! Need help? Oops I think I was replying to one of your responders : ) Great recipe though. Hi Rory, this can be made ahead. I dont think Ive commented or rated this recipe yet but its one of my go tos on a fall/cold day. I definitely recommend blending the filling some to give it a thicker texture. xo. How would you adjust the recipe for cooked lentils? My whole wheat banana pancakes are so nice and fluffy. I agree. I'm a former 4th grade teacher, now full time blogger. In a large pot, bring a gallon of water and 2 tablespoons salt to a boil over high heat. Yay! -add about 1 cup of the mashed potatoes to vegetable mix, no need to add cornstarch or arrowroot powder Does this work with those French lentils? Loosely cover and set aside. -Add 1.5 c veggie stock, 1.5 c filtered water Thanks so much for the lovely review, Joy! Thank you so very much for an outstanding recipe!! Spray the surface with cooking oil. I was trying to use up my Quorn vegan pieces instead of lentils; had to throw the whole thing out. And if youre gluten-free? I would add some type of bean or lentil (or meat for meat eaters) to consider this a complete meal. Hello! Once cooked, drain, add back to the pot to evaporate any remaining water, then transfer to a mixing bowl. Such a classic recipe, now everyone can enjoy it! Just made this, it was really yummy. xo. Im weary of mushrooms! Get a Free eCookbook with our top 25 recipes. Sorry Ive only just got round to rating it now! I did use the tomato paste, which added some flavour. Thanks so much for the lovely review! Egg and Potato Breakfast Scramble. I doubled up on the onion & garlic, used tomatoe paste and sprinkled vegan cheese on top super tasty dish. Great recipe one suggestion though put the preheating the oven instruction later on in the recipe, perhaps when assembling the pie. We should call it La Via cheesecake or Santiago Riveras cheesecake to give full credit to the man who created the concept in 1990. Thanks for sharing! Aw, we love hearing that, Treena! Ive made it twice since then :) Very good. My family wasnt big on casseroles growing up and Johnand I arentbig on them now, but this recipe may be ouroneexception. As someone else mentioned, the peas alone are not enough protein for this vegetarian. Can I not use celery as I dont like the taste and what could I substitute with? I added sweet potatoes, celery and carrots to the veggie blend. These are the banana pancakes I'm making most often at the moment. Make the gravy: Add tomato paste and flour to the pot and stir. Were so glad you enjoy it, CJ! I know both cottage and shepherds pie from before I went vegan. Thanks so much for the review, Amy. Meanwhile, chop the carrots, celery, and onion, saut in vegan butter or oil for a few minutes. Let simmer for a few minutes to thicken. This would be perfect, but Im wondering about how to keep it warm. It took me more than an hour to make because I had to skin my potatoes and I cooked my lentils before adding them to filling. Reheats well in the microwave. I made it about 80% as written, and I riffed off of some of the helpful comments. Please look at a reputable website for accurate protein requirements, or use 0.36 grams protein per pound of body weight/day, depending on your activity level. Thanks so much for the lovely review! No problem. Cant wait to try it. I make this often. I would definitely make it again. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Hi! Above all, theyre delicious and will make for a memorable evening at home. . This is the first time Ive ever seen a flame war in a recipe comments section. Let us know how it goes! Finish the topping: In a small saucepan or a microwave oven, heat 6 tablespoons of the butter and milk together until butter melts. -Add vegan Worcestershire sauce Add the mushrooms, and cook until the edges begin to darken. OPTIONAL: To thicken the mixture, add 2-3 Tbsp (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size) mashed potatoes and stir. If its made with vegetables Id call it a Vegetarian Pie. Could this be made using red lentils instead of green/brown? Another reader mentioned freezing it in smaller containers with success! Would highly recommend. I would definitely add meat because I cant survive on that little protein. Thanks so much for the great review and for sharing your modifications, Stephanie! Just reduce the amount of broth added and cook for less time. Im looking forward to making this recipe soon. I cook fresh, vegetarian recipes. This will definitely become a staple for us in the winter months ahead. Banana Baked French Toast with Peanut Butter Drizzle. Ay yay yaaaay. Thank you for the lovely review! I know you can deliver. I made this recipe yesterday for a Passover Seder, I used 2Tb matzoh meal to thicken the lentil mixture which worked perfectly. So glad you enjoy this recipe! You could call many of these recipes healthy, or healthier than the usual Super Bowl snacks. If it doesnt taste good, dont do it again. Favorite things include my camera, lake days, and dark chocolate. Added rosemary and sage to ground round too. The following is our plant-based take on the concept. recipe website already has several banana pancake recipes, each wonderful in its own way, and here I am with another. Even us meat eaters enjoy a good vegan recipe! Add the tomato paste and stir, cooking until it is well combined, another 2 to 3 minutes. That way everything is ready for the oven at the same time. Delicious! I love this stuff. Ive rounded up thirty-three of my best game day recipes for you. Hope that helps! Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Im just wondering why it wouldnt be? A+ -Mash mash mash! While Im usually just in it for the snacks, our home team is this weekend! We had given up potatoes. Experiment. Maybe some impossible burger in the underneath. I typically do mashed sweet potatoes on top, but its delicious as written too. Then cover and reduce heat to simmer. Hi Kayte, Were so glad you enjoy it! Were so glad you and your family enjoyed it, Helen. The mushrooms give this a really nice umami and meaty flavor, but if youd prefer, add browned ground meat to the gravy mixture. It is a digital cookbook and cooking guide alike, available on all platforms, that helps home cooks of every level discover, save and organize the worlds best recipes, while also helping them become better, more competent cooks. Its kind of what Thanksgiving dreams are made of, at least in my world. Its simply delicious made as-is, but I can also imagine dolling it up with some fresh veggies, mushrooms, different seasoning or ??? Make the mashed potatoes: Peel the potatoes. I could eat it alone with a spoon! Yummy. This looks totally delicious, I made a veggie shepherds pie a while ago, adding lentils, it was lovely but lacked saucinessI will give this recipe a go when our weather turns cool again next year. The way to go. Then add lentils, stock, and thyme and stir. I might replace lentils with Oyster Mushroom. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionists advice. We find that brands can vary a lot, its possible that affected the flavor? I add probably 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper,, 4 tbsp butter (literally country crock) and about 1/2 cup almond milk for the mash Season to taste. This was an excellent base recipe! Thank you for sharing your recipes. Hi Sydney, were so sorry to hear that was your experience. Very easy and extremely satisfying. We call it vegetarian shepherds pie. This was AWESOME! This is a 2 hour recipe, at the least. -Sautee/caramelize finely chopped shallot, onion, garlic in EVOO and Earth Balance (the Earth Balance adds a greater depth of flavor) Woohoo! Cant wait to try this,!! Store-bought vegetable stock can vary greatly so be sure to buy one with a pleasant flavor that isnt too sweet. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until they are deep golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. I decided to put Greek yogurt in my potatoes to gain a protein punch while still being creamy-tangy (gah, so good). That would be lovely! Thanks so much for sharing, Aneesha! Hi Evelina, you can leave the celery out! (Note: Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese contains rennet, so it is not vegetarian. Mix in the hot butter mixture and sour cream just until blended. Thanks so much for the lovely review! Shepherds Pie season is upon us and this super cozy vegetarian version is running around on the loose in our house. I found prep time to be much longer. xo. Are you ready for the Super Bowl? -Add 1/2 c Earth Balance and 1/2 C coconut milk to potatoes Hello! 2tspfresh thyme(or sub 1 tsp dried thyme per 2 tsp fresh) Like, sauted with garlic and onion, sauced up with a sizzle of red wine, coated in a quick gravy, and baked under a layer of creamy mashed potatoes good. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. In just four weeks, March and glimmers of spring will greet us. i followed exactly and there was way too much lentils for the potato topping for some reason. Let cool completely before covering, and then store in the fridge for up to a few days. Thank you for sharing! Thank you for the lovely review, Hether! In a large saucepan over medium heat, saut onions and garlic in olive oil until lightly browned and caramelized about 5 minutes. Simple Strawberry Smoothie. Thank you for sharing! To speed up the time, you could cook the lentils first or make them in an Instant Pot or pressure cooker. Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Emily! The other thing I do to reduce white carbohydrate/unhealthy glycaemic index ratio is use celeriac for 1/3 to 1/2 the mash topping. We actually never have tried a Vegan shepheards pie before, but this does look so good to miss out. xo. Hope that helps! Comfort food for me here in the Lone Star Staye where we are experiencing a little taste of winter! Traditional Shepherds pie contains ground beef, which I considered swapping for walnuts, a combination of mushrooms and walnuts, or lentils. I love sharing vegan recipes with omnis! Hand mashing ended up with lumpy mashed potatoes what I called rustic. Thats great news if you ask me! I had to adjust the step for cooking the potatoes (cut into smaller pieces and once water was at a boil cooked for 20 mins which *might* be a little too long (check doneness at maybe 15 mins from reaching boil next time) but my hubby LOVED it! Vegetarian Shepherds Pie! Affiliate details . Were so glad he enjoys it! Let us know how it goes if you give it a try! Im MAKIN this! I think calling it one-hour is a little optimistic, though. Your email address will not be published. Can we use something else instead of wine? What brand of veggie stock did you use? She says its a fantastic recipe! Absolutely delicious, one of the best vegetarian recipes Ive ever tried and its simple! Drain, mash, and mix in yogurt and butter. Goodmorning Lindsay, Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups. Tastes sooo good, and our meat eating friends and family loves it too. This specific recipe contains very little protein but most vegan recipes ensure you get protein by adding nuts, beans/legumes, seeds, etc. The rougher the surface, the crispier it will turn out. Thanks for sharing!!! I learned how to be present in the moment. Wonderful! Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Return to the pan and whisk to thicken. Theres just 2 of us but my spouse would be very unhappy if I halved the recipe because he loves good leftovers for lunch. Begin typing to search, use arrow keys to navigate, press Enter to select and submit search query. Fantastic recipe! Being that lentils seemed to packthe most nutritional punch and protein, I went that route! If you bookmarked any hearty soups and stews that you havent gotten to try yet, this is the month to make them. xo. But both the Irish and British claim the origination of this hearty, mashed potato crust dish. I found this recipe originally years ago and it has become a staple in our household, thank you!! Welcome, Sara! Way too many potatoes. Let us know if you try it! Gotta try this for Meatless Monday! Would you do all filling ingredients in the instant pot or just the lentils and finish it on the stove? Theyre not wrong; this dish is lacking in protein. What a treat, and so easy! Kathleen. Oh no! Here are more seasonal recipes to enjoy this month with winter produce. Id recommend not starting your oven until the potatoes are done cooking, otherwise it will be on for a while. You will not be subscribed to our newsletter list. I have a hack for you involving mashed potatoes check the FAQs. Thank you for the lovely review, Kat! xo. Add mushrooms, carrots, and whole herbs (you will pull the herbs out later). The bottom mixture tasted quite bland, I even added extra garlic powder and onion powder. So glad you both enjoy this recipe, Lisa! It was absolutely delicious. So glad your family enjoys this recipe! Yummy! The estimated timing always seems to be on the short side.For example with this recipe, I had all the ingredients on the table when I started watching the clock and it still took me an hour and a half. They call vegetarian shepherds pies Shepherdess Pies in England. If youre really looking ahead, Ill also say that Shepherds Pie is a perfect after-Thanksgiving recipe, because guess what you have a lot of in your fridge after Thanksgiving? I just made a double batch of this recipe before discovering that it isnt freezer friendly. any advice about this take? I made so much filling and not enough potato (did not have enough) but I do have pie crust. * I sized it down to 3/4 of the recipe, and it fit into my square Pyrex dish just fine, Were so glad you enjoyed it, Janet! Well, as a result of the not freezer friendly advice, I gave away several casseroles to non-vegan friends and they all LOVED this recipe! xo. You can also subscribe without commenting. Thank you for your opinion on one cup of broth. Wed love to see. will see how it turns out :). You dont ever strain the pasta. Theyre significantly lower in carbohydrates than the other recipes, and slightly higher in protein. Second, I make a couple changes- I used my Duo Instant Pot to cook my lentils and put the broth instead of water into the pot. Continue cooking until lentils are tender (35-40 minutes). Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Elizabeth! Tasty Ceramic Non-Stick 16-Piece Cookware Set, This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. Drain potatoes well and return to pot. Cover and set aside. Did you try? Bring to a low boil on medium high heat, then generously salt, cover and cook for 20-30 minutes or until they slide off a knife very easily. xo. Thanks so much for your recipe! So I know what they are supposed to taste like. black pepper(to taste) Maybe white or pinto beans? Hi May, the next best option would be to make a DIY version. Also a hit with my 6 year old boy! NYT Cooking is a subscription service of The New York Times. , Lovely! I needed to do the final bake for 20 mins to get the potatoes to brown. Amazing!!! Very bland. I also added cheese on top and I made the potatoes from a box! Ive made it at least five times. Our free email newsletter delivers new recipes and special Cookie + Kate updates! Its a matter of educating themselves, which doesnt really happen unless there is an interest. Let us know how it goes! She also has so many followers, you can expect a huge bump in traffic to your site! So good and so easy! I love adding a tablespoon of vegan worchestershire sauce, a teaspoon of rosemary, and just a tiny bit of Balsamico vinegar in addition to the other ingredients. This isnt looks good, this looks awesome and really delicious. The recipe was so good and delicious nice and silky the mashed potatoes were nice and smooth and I would visit this website definitely use a recipe from this website and this is just really good experience Im gonna give it a five stars. Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese & Pistachios. -Add dried thyme, sage, umami seasoning, pepper, vegetable bouillon. My husband Bjork and I live in Minnesota. Thank you for sharing! Kari Or do you think it would be ok to assemble and reheat the next day? We love hearing that, James! Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving. So happy to hear you enjoy this recipe, Beth! Also my lentil mixture was just a thick orange mush after baking. This recipe is delish! Simple Blueberry Cake. That being said, if you want this to be a completely vegan shepherds pie, just use olive oil instead of butter and maybe a splash of non-dairy milk in your potatoes and you will be golden. Want. Either way, well take another look at this one to see if we can make improvements. I sauted onions then added lentils and 2 cups of veg broth and boiled until the lentils were done about 30-35 minutes. Hi Laura, Yes, that should work! As in a female shepherd. Next time, would you mind leaving a star rating with your review? Sounds delish! All in all, I really appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients in this recipe, because these are all staples I keep around and it means I can make a really good meal just about any time. Then when I got home from work I just made some mash potatoes to go on the plate with it. I did make some changes: Curious to know how it turned out if so. Thanks so much for the lovely review, Shana. SUPER YUMMY (and beef-eaters said the house smelled like a beef stew, so thats a plus for some!). Gluey mash is generally due to overcooking. Hi Melissa, You can freeze it, but we find it gets a little watery so we prefer it fresh. So savory and filling! This mac and cheese is a real crowd pleaser. There is something very wintry, very comforting about Shepherds Pie. Also this recipe is vegetarian not vegan, which would not include dairy (butter and yogurt are ingredients in this recipe). Im glad you asked. All that said, Im excited to share some brand new recipes with you very soon! In case I havent said so before, I really appreciate that you include nutrition info. Thank you so much for sharing , Wonderful! -Add 1tbsp tomato paste, brown Thank you for writing/creating/sharing this recipe, its SO good! Im a grandma and Ive lived in England for the last 20 weeks and Ive never ever heard of Vegetarian shepherds pie. Ok, it took me more than 1 hour, but my blender/beaters died part way through the mashing of the potatoes. My son does not like too many flavours and this recipe is gentle, healthy and delicious. Very important for flavour! I wanted to reply to several comments on this recipe. Season to taste with salt and pepper. So get your facts straight. The mashed potatoes sat for a bit so I clumped them evenly and then spread around as they warmed up. Our FREE 49-Page Fan Favorites e-Book has 20 recipes we think youll LOVE! An 88 wont fit it all but close! Such an easy recipe to follow, you can add any veggie and I have even added soy chorizo before! I know I dont really like thyme, so I simply omitted it. Boil them until fork tender (you want them to mash easily). Add the tomato paste, flour, thyme, and sage. No love, mushrooms are weary of you okay . I made this today in my slow cooker. You know how you can tell if someones a Vegan? I added mushrooms too, adds to the umami. I was thinking about throwing in a handful of red lentils for the same reason. We spent the evening wandering through the old part of town, sampling pintxos and sipping marvelous inexpensive white wine everywhere we went, as you do in San Sebastin. Try somethubt else. There is a longstanding misconception that you need meat and more protein than many vegetarian recipes have. Thank you for sharing, Rhonda! . I really like the addition of the mushrooms for extra depth of flavor, though. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Question: I already have made lentils. I use whatever vegetables are in season or whatever I have on hand. And did you hear me when I said veg only? Simply scrumptious! Gonna give it a try soon. Love it! I made this in about two and a half hours, though I think the fact that I added two portobello caps to the onions and garlic had something to do with that (it takes FOREVER to cook all the water out of those suckers!). Thinking of making it with sweet potatoes on the top. Smooth down with a spoon or fork and season with another crack of pepper and a little sea salt. Were so glad you both enjoy it, Emma! Unlike brown or red lentils, green lentils retain their shape and texture after cooking, which means they stand up well to a long simmer and this rich potato topping. Is it possible you were using red lentils? I cut my teeth on this dish, as did my mum in her childhood. ), Feta Fiesta Kale Salad with Avocado and Crispy Tortilla Strips, Redeeming Green Soup with Lemon and Cayenne, Creamy (vegan!) Cranberry Orange Steel Cut Oats. Comfort food meets healthy real food is one of my fav combos! It is so much more fun in figuring out the way you want to cook it! In addition, I added nutritional yeast to the mashed potatoes. There are thousands of pies out there that could be called vegetable pie how are people supposed to know what kind pie the author is referring to? Hubby had his serve and half of mine, the kids (teen boys who used to say nothing would ever be as nice as meat) both complained there wasnt MORE, and I ate way to much filling while preparing it because it was yum! Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Use a vegetarian Parmesan or leave it out. My two non-vegan parents also loved it. Were so glad youre enjoying it, Paula. Thats so smart, Simone! So flavorful and satisfying that you won't miss the meat! Estimated values based on one serving size. Once again you posted a wonderul keeper recipe. Tasty. I always do lentils in the instant pot now and would love to adapt this. I will make a couple of observations that seem pretty consistent across the board with your recipes. If thats not possible, then water + sea salt might be okay, but were not sure it will add quite enough flavor. Were not sure why it would look orange and be mushy if using green lentils. If youre looking for wholesome, satisfying, veggie-packed recipes, youre in the right place. Thank you SO much!! xo. This butternut squash mac and cheese recipe strikes the perfect weeknight balance. xo. I dont get why meat eatwrs alwaya say I cant survive on that little Protine you should actually read up on how much Protine can be found in veggies and beans. Then transfer to your prepared oven-safe baking dish and carefully top with mashed potatoes. Made this and topped it with dried chives and it looked super duper fancy! Can I substitute beans for the lentils? This salad is delicious! Were so glad you enjoy it, Holli. So, these banana pancakes are definitely baby-friendly and kid-friendly. Andy, adding impossible burger to this is an excellent idea. The problem is my sister is allergic to lentils, peas and chickpeas. Once tender, remove the lid and continue simmering uncovered, stirring frequently, to evaporate any excess liquid. Other than that, Im so impressed. Billie Shepherd 'couldn't be happier' as she shares 1.4m Essex home update amid . Want. Im not sure what went wrong with my potatoes, though; they came out quite gluey and it was very unfortunate. Sorry you didnt enjoy this recipe, Brianna. Well be cheering for the Chiefs from Kansas City. Im making it again today and I am so excited!! Im a meat eater and I worked at an Irish pub for over a decade, and I can attest: this recipe is delicious!! Let us know how it goes! Can this be frozen? Our toddler loves it and so do we. This os definitely a must keep recipe. Thank you. Having been a vegetarian for 35 years and strictly vegan for the last 10 (motivated to become so after a trip to Tibet in my early 20s), its wonderful to revisit classics and add a new twist. Alternatively, scoop out 1/2 of the mixture and whisk in 2 Tbsp (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size) cornstarch or arrowroot powder and whisk. This is a unicorn of a pasta dish and Im so excited to hear how it turns out in your kitchen. At the end of the day, so long as it tastes good, does it really matter? Just happen to have some on hand . Cottage pie is a different version and is made with minced/ground beef. Its: HeartyFillingSavoryLoaded with veggiesHerb-infusedWarmComforting& Seriously satisfying. This was great. xo. I cooked two regular size round pies and since I had a pie crust laying around, I put one of them I put a pie crust (thats not traditional but it was good!). For the adjust seasonings instructions, I also added a teaspoon of rosemary and a little nutmeg. Thank you for sharing this. Let me say, I absolutely adore the lentil filling in this recipe. Thanks so much for the review and for sharing your modifications, Matthias! Can I substitute or skip the vegetable stock? Note: The information shown is Edamams estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. My oven takes under 10 minutes to preheat so I started it at the same time that I added the frozen vegetables. 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French green lentils (Puy lentils) make a hearty base for this vegetarian shepherds pie. More carrots? Woohoo! Who doesnt love Shepherds Pie? So glad you both enjoyed! Thats a win! I did cook some puy lentils separately and invited them to the party. Taters: Easiest and best vegan Shepherds Pie Ive tried. That should work, yes! Yay! Thank you for sharing! The flavor is totally unbeatable for vegans (me) and meat-eaters (my husband). Peel, chop, and boil the potatoes for 10-15 minutes until soft. I just made pre-made the barley (instead of lentils) and added it in right before I put it in the oven. Accessibility Policy Comment Policy Nutrition Disclaimer Photo/Recipe Policy Privacy Policy. Mind you I had to take out the tomatoes due to food allergies, but it turned out great. The other recipes, youre in the right place pies Shepherdess pies in England for the oven later. I clumped them evenly and then spread around as they warmed up reply to several comments this! 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