xo. Whoop! Let us know how it goes! black pepper I added celery because I had it which was delicious and omitted the carrots because I didnt have them. I used 1.5 cups of lentils. These are the banana pancakes Im making most often at the moment. Hearty vegetables in a brothy sauce topped with fluffy mashed potatoes, all baked to bubbly perfectly. Add the garlic, and season with salt and pepper. I dont add tomato paste and find it has plenty of flavor without it. Other issues? After quite a stressful pregnancy, holding my baby while she slept has been my therapy. Just 10 ingredients required and about 1 hour from start to finish. Its meat free meals like this that keep people healthy and inspired to consume less meat and rely on the good foods of the earth. Glad you enjoyed this recipe, Jahlaya! Can this be frozen? Its so good its worth it though. I make this often. Do you see any potential concerns here? Would highly recommend. We think sauted mushrooms + walnuts (for a heartier texture) would be a delicious alternative to the lentils. Other readers have also mentioned using Quorn vegan pieces and Beyond burger. Hi, that would probably work great to do all the filling in the Instant Pot! 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. Hope that helps! Id like to make this again and add some vegetarian Worcestershire sauce to the filling as well. Tag @pinchofyum on Instagram so we can find you! The lentils give such a great texture to the mixture. Stir in of the Parmigiano. I would definitely add meat because I cant survive on that little protein. Hope you love it! Let us know how it goes! Wonderful! Made this and topped it with dried chives and it looked super duper fancy! I added 3tsp Italian seasoning, a little rosemary and some roasted garlic to the potatoes and its delicious! Sod off. I typically do mashed sweet potatoes on top, but its delicious as written too. The cooking method is a thrill. Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Catherine. LIke all recipes on this blog, it turned out fantastic. Meanwhile, chop the carrots, celery, and onion, saut in vegan butter or oil for a few minutes. Traditional Shepherds pie contains ground beef, which I considered swapping for walnuts, a combination of mushrooms and walnuts, or lentils. DELICIOUS THO. I dont think I would make this again. Curious to know how it turned out if so. Get our copy of FAN FAVORITES featuring 20 of our most loved, highly-rated recipes! Im not a practiced cook. Just made this, it was really yummy. Love Real Food is Here & a Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart to Celebrate! -Add vegan Worcestershire sauce Thank you for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications! If thats not possible, then water + sea salt might be okay, but were not sure it will add quite enough flavor. All rights reserved. If its made with vegetables Id call it a Vegetarian Pie. xo, Wonder if sweet potatoes could be added to the potato part of this dish successfully? Correction to the post from a UK citizen here: traditional shepherds pie is made with lamb, not beef (that would be cottage pie). Gingerbread Granola. Subscribe now for full access. i would use a cup of lentils next time not 1.5 cups. Thank you for sharing your experience, Kayla! Woohoo! Add the mushrooms, and cook until the edges begin to darken. Note: The information shown is Edamams estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. That way everything is ready for the oven at the same time. the soup is 1 cup to 4 cups liquid (water in this case as it will be drained) so will see. Once cooked, drain, add back to the pot to evaporate any remaining water, then transfer to a mixing bowl. * I used red lentils Banana Baked French Toast with Peanut Butter Drizzle. Hi Bryce, that could work! We think the crock pot keep-warm idea sounds great, as long as the potatoes are covered they should stay a nice texture. As someone else mentioned, the peas alone are not enough protein for this vegetarian. Tasty Ceramic Non-Stick 16-Piece Cookware Set, This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. So glad your family enjoys this recipe! We lo e how they hold their shape. It turned out well, might just replace the lentils completely with the soup mix had not gotten a lot of it, just wanted to try it first :) we also added cheese on top but thats cause we love cheese :) whether it is shredded cheese or plastic cheese, still like it on this sort of dish, Recipe calls for 1.5 cups of lentils and 4 cups broth . Will have to try the gluten free variation sometime! Let us know if you try it! Were so glad you enjoy it! I use whatever vegetables are in season or whatever I have on hand. Tasty. If you leave it out, be sure to season the potatoes well with salt and pepper. I have a question as well, I am having low key open-house style holidaygathering. You had me at Shepherds pie!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing, Allison. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving. I have a hack for you involving mashed potatoes check the FAQs. Im just wondering why it wouldnt be? Drain, mash, and mix in yogurt and butter. Thank you for sharing! So, what does it taste like? You do not miss the meat AT ALL. 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. 4cupsvegetable broth They call vegetarian shepherds pies Shepherdess Pies in England. I did cook some puy lentils separately and invited them to the party. Ive made this recipe several times with modifications, my favorite being: -Boil potatoes skin-on, allow skin to split. I have been a vegetarian for almost 20 years and I can confirm that most people in the US get much more protein than is required each day. Real food meets comfort food! This has become one of my go-to recipes. Another reader mentioned freezing it in smaller containers with success! You know how you can tell if someones a Vegan? And if youre gluten-free? This was my first time making a recipe from your blog, and it did not disappoint! Add remaining 1 cups broth, cooked lentils and peas, and cook until thickened. Gotta try this for Meatless Monday! Sorry you didnt enjoy this recipe, Brianna. This is a 2 hour recipe, at the least. Just happen to have some on hand . I know you can deliver. Last year was a year of rest and recovery over here. Were not even really casserole people, but we both loved the flavor, consistency and simple nature of this dish. Its a great dump recipe to use up any leftover vegetables you have that might be on the verge of going bad. This is good. I made this exactly following the recipe cooked down the minimal liquid and thickened with a bit of potato My family absolutely loves it. True to form, theyre all fresh and vegetarian. Im a meat eater and I worked at an Irish pub for over a decade, and I can attest: this recipe is delicious!! So glad you enjoyed! I made this today in my slow cooker. -Simmer lid-on until lentils are fluffy, then take lid off to let reduce I much prefer the sound of a lentil version . black pepper(to taste) Thank you so much for sharing , Wonderful! Its super helpful for us and other readers. Store-bought vegetable stock can vary greatly so be sure to buy one with a pleasant flavor that isnt too sweet. Were the lentils older? I cook fresh, vegetarian recipes. You will not be subscribed to our newsletter list. (Or transfer the lentil mixture to a 3-quart casserole dish and spread into an even layer, and top with potatoes.) We call it vegetarian shepherds pie. Thank you for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications! 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! Accessibility Policy Comment Policy Nutrition Disclaimer Photo/Recipe Policy Privacy Policy. Every MB recipe I have tried blows us away. 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. This recipe is part of our coziest comfort food recipes page. If you are prepping it ahead of time like I did, it takes about 30 minutes in the oven to get heated thoroughly from the fridge. I know both cottage and shepherds pie from before I went vegan. We have recently made the switch to a fully plant-based lifestyle, but regardless on your dietary preference this is sure to impress. There is something very wintry, very comforting about Shepherds Pie. Smooth down with a spoon or fork and season with another crack of pepper and a little sea salt. Maybe the world needs more banana pancakes. From my husband who loves meat, my vegan mom with food allergies, my super picky eater brother-in-law to my 6 year old that leaves his veggies for last. So flavorful and satisfying that you won't miss the meat! recipe website already has several banana pancake recipes, each wonderful in its own way, and here I am with another. Thank you for all of your inspiring recipes and all your insights! Were so glad you and your family enjoyed it, Maureen. Estimated values based on one serving size. -use red lentils (sweeter and more colorful), but simmer for 10-12 minutes only Thanks! This recipe is heavier on the lentils vs. veggies, but could certainly be adjusted to personal preference. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Question: I already have made lentils. I have more recipes photographed and almost ready to share with you, so stay tuned. I added sweet potatoes, celery and carrots to the veggie blend. Lentils are a plant-based powerhouse. Love that! Do you have any recommendations on how to make this ahead of time? Thank you very much for sharing. Thanks for such a great recipe. Great recipe one suggestion though put the preheating the oven instruction later on in the recipe, perhaps when assembling the pie. I wonder if something like this Lentil and Pea Soup Mix would work in place of the lentils? Enter your email and we'll send it right over! Yay! All Rights Reserved. There were 18 people at the Seder and they all mentioned how good it was, my husband and I really liked it and even the toddlers liked it too! As in a female shepherd. I love this recipe! OMG I forgot how comfort food tasted; when I redid my dinner last night it was a delight to use this recipe. Ive organized the recipes by appetizers and dips, main dishes and sides, desserts, and cocktails. 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!). Probably didnt need it but a lovely recipe to play around with. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Have a recipe of your own to share?Submit your recipe. This was so easy to make and incredibly delicious. I dont recommend this recipe. Then refrigerate and bake as instructed later on. 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. Its been terribly cold here in Kansas City. Yummy! Were planning a trip to Maui to warm upany suggestions on where to eat or what to do with a toddler? My husband and I devoured a whole batch of this for dinner (And I usually hate raw broccoli) I made second batch right away and put it in the fridge to marinate for tomorrow! Rachel. xo, I actually used fresh roasted vegetables (butternut squash, broccoli, green beans, carrots and mushrooms). Weve been obsessively recreating it at home ever since, trying different methods and proportions. 15 minutes, plus 15 minutes for the toum (optional), 30 minutes, plus at least 9 hours for freezing, 25 minutes, plus at least 5 hours cooling and freezing, 30 minutes, plus at least 9 hours freezing. Thanks for the great review, Cate! About Contact Cookbook Recipes Shop Subscribe, Cookie and Kate receives commissions on purchases made through our links to retailers. My son does not like too many flavours and this recipe is gentle, healthy and delicious. Continue cooking until lentils are tender (35-40 minutes). Have a recipe of your own to share?Submit your recipe here. Gonna give it a try soon. You dont ever strain the pasta. . Second, I make a couple changes- Hi May, sorry to hear you didnt enjoy this one! I also added some vegan cheese on top! Transfer to the oven and, if the mixture is at the top edges of your pan, set a foil-lined baking sheet underneath the pan to catch any drips. Its a matter of educating themselves, which doesnt really happen unless there is an interest. Thanks for taking the time to comment and rate it, Micheline =). Hi Taylor, You can freeze it, but we find it gets a little watery so we prefer it fresh. Scott. Hi Kayte, Were so glad you enjoy it! Have a question? Sorry Ive only just got round to rating it now! Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir and cook for 1 minute. Thank you for sharing, Allison! Was very good. I found prep time to be much longer. Then add lentils, stock, and thyme and stir. So glad to hear this was enjoyed by all, Michal. In just four weeks, March and glimmers of spring will greet us. Could this be made using red lentils instead of green/brown? ), Feta Fiesta Kale Salad with Avocado and Crispy Tortilla Strips, Redeeming Green Soup with Lemon and Cayenne, Creamy (vegan!) I added worshteshire and some coconut aminos before tossing in the veggies. When you pull this out of the oven and the sauce is bubbling up around the sides under the lightly-golden-brown potatoes and your whole house smells like a log cabin in the northwoods? Our toddler loves it and so do we. What a treat, and so easy! Kathleen. Important to note that this vegetarian shepherds pie is a total comfort food meets real food situation, so its going to require pajamas or sweats. So good and so easy! Make the mashed potatoes: Peel the potatoes. Were so glad the whole family enjoyed it! Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until they are deep golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes. What more could you want? 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. The exact origin of Shepherds pie is a bit of a mystery! Above all, theyre delicious and will make for a memorable evening at home. Slice any large potatoes in half, place in a large pot and fill with water until theyre just covered. Looks so good! Make the gravy: Add tomato paste and flour to the pot and stir. Season to taste with salt and pepper. I found that 1 cup of broth was plenty to make a nice, rich gravy. But its so delicious, nutritious, quick and easy and lovely having any (rare) leftovers heated up the next day. Hi Andrea! , Lovely! I did not have enough potatoes, so I used sweet potatoes mixed with red and it turned out great. Youll find a bunch of them in my guide to seasonal produce below. It was more like an hour and half to two hours. xo. Just reduce the amount of broth added and cook for less time. xo, Made this a few times and enjoyed, the mash I added rosemary (crushed) and vegan cheese. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook, stirring, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. http://sweetteasweetie.com/raspberry-mule-absolut-elyx/. Thanks for sharing your experience, Paul! Boil them until fork tender (you want them to mash easily). Thanks so much for the great review, Linnea. This salad is delicious! And I used tinned lentils to save time. So, thank you for all your great recipes. If you bookmarked any hearty soups and stews that you havent gotten to try yet, this is the month to make them. Now heres my beef with the recipe (Get it?). Thank you for the lovely review! I made the lentil mixture and mashed potatoes ahead early in the day because I was determined to make this but knew I wouldnt have time after I got out of work running the kids around. Great recipe! Add potatoes to boiling water and boil for about 15 to 20 minutes, until soft; a knife should go in with almost no resistance. I served it with a Chopped spinach and avocado topping. Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese & Pistachios. This mac and cheese is not so rich that youll get a belly ache or fall asleep immediately after dinner. Yum! The smaller you cut them the quicker it is overall. 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Theyre significantly lower in carbohydrates than the other recipes, and slightly higher in protein. I could see this not only being a vegetarian-friendly Thanksgiving entree, but an easy weeknight meal for colder months ahead. Its creamy, its cheesy, its comforting and completely delicious. I did make some changes: Will definitely make it again! Heather. xo. Wed say just leave out the frozen mixed veggies until after pressure cooking. My whole wheat banana pancakes are so nice and fluffy. We find that brands can vary a lot, its possible that affected the flavor? Thanks again , Were so glad you and your family enjoy it! If using red lentils, youll want to cook them for half as much time (or even less). Cottage pie is a different version and is made with minced/ground beef. If you dont want to use red wine, just sub a little more liquid. Lifes too short to be shirty about the name of a dish of food. Add shallots and saut until fragrant. Want. As a Brit, and these are traditional Briish foods, I can confirm a Shepherds Pie is made with Lamb, if its made with Beef its Cottage Pie. Use ctrl+f or +f on your computer or the "find on page" function on your phone browser to search existing comments! Thank you for sharing! ), Goat Cheese Polenta with Roasted Vegetables, Butternut Squash Frittata with Fried Sage, Breakfast Quesadillas with Spinach and Black Beans, Toasted Oatmeal with Strawberry Chia Jam and Coconut Whipped Cream, Banana Baked French Toast with Peanut Butter Drizzle, Broiled Grapefruit with Honey Yogurt and Granola, Naturally Sweetened Cream Cheese Frosting, Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. Yeah! Simple Blueberry Cake. Were so glad you enjoy it as a guide, Dawn! They also absorb flavors well and can be added in place of ground beef in just about any recipe. It truly was a blessing. I was thinking about throwing in a handful of red lentils for the same reason. Mash the potatoes and add the soy milk and vegan butter. Perfect mid week meal. Yay! Again, the flavour might not be to everyones taste. I mixed in beyond burger meat with the onions and cooked only half the lentils (so 3/4 cup) I used 2.5 cups of broth since there were less lentils. The way to go. All vegan, fyi. Im weary of mushrooms! Cant wait to try this,!! This is a game changer recipe fore. Thank you for sharing your experience, Alexis! Want. Finish the topping: In a small saucepan or a microwave oven, heat 6 tablespoons of the butter and milk together until butter melts. Thanks so much for the review and for sharing your modifications, Matthias! Were so glad you enjoy it, Holli. I'm a former 4th grade teacher, now full time blogger. Amazing recipe! No love, mushrooms are weary of you okay . Thank you for sharing, Sladjana! Thanks. Sign me up for recipes, please!All the food, right to your inbox (and a FREE ecookbook, too!). Hi Rory, this can be made ahead. So glad you both enjoyed! This was so delicious and super easy to make! It reheats really nicely too! Scoop up a hearty serving and live your best cozy life. Absolutely delicious. Cookie and Kate is a registered trademark of Cookie and Kate LLC. Cut the time down and it was incredible. Ok. First. Im making it again today and I am so excited!! Then cover and reduce heat to simmer. Looks a lovely recipe but can I make a small correction? Honestly, Im not sure why this cheesecake (tarta de queso in Spanish) is called Basque cheesecake over here. Our free email newsletter delivers new recipes and special Cookie + Kate updates! So savory and filling! Pumpkin Pecan Scones with Maple Glaze. Absolutely delicious. This mac and cheese is a real crowd pleaser. Return to the pan and whisk to thicken. Step 6: Then the stock and stir over the heat until just starting to bubble. I dont know how you can make a recipe this big with *pinches* of salt and pepper. Let me say, I absolutely adore the lentil filling in this recipe. Egg and Potato Breakfast Scramble. // as original recipe is written // adjust number or size of dish if altering batch size). Thanks so much! Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, we are so glad you enjoyed! I even have banana waffle recipes whole wheat and oat-based those are great, too. Hi Alexis, We would recommend preparing up to the point of putting the mashed potatoes on top. So good, so easy and approachable. Next time, would you mind leaving a star rating with your review? I agree. 1 1/2cupsuncooked brown or green lentils(rinsed and drained) Were so glad this recipe turned dinner around! Let cool briefly before serving. We would recommend preparing up to the point of putting the mashed potatoes on top. I really like the addition of the mushrooms for extra depth of flavor, though. xo. Ooo, we like that idea! Its: HeartyFillingSavoryLoaded with veggiesHerb-infusedWarmComforting& Seriously satisfying. Then when I got home from work I just made some mash potatoes to go on the plate with it. So get your facts straight. Ive made it twice since then :) Very good. Be the first to leave one. We enjoyed the real deal on our honeymoon in San Sebastin in 2019. Can I wait to bake it until tomorrow or should I bake it now and then just reheat tomorrow? Yay! Yay! Thank you for your kind words and lovely review! I often add cinnamon and hemp hearts or flaxseeds, but even then, they require fewer ingredients than the rest. Sure you can sub out almost any liquid for the wine. It might need to bake longer to heat through fully though. -Add lentils Were not sure how it would go, if the amount is the same as the 1 1/2 cups of dry lentils it could work, but you might need more liquid for the barley to cook fully? Im a grandma and Ive lived in England for the last 20 weeks and Ive never ever heard of Vegetarian shepherds pie. How much lentils did you sub in? Plus, they cook up nicely while your potatoes are boiling, making the whole process rather seamless. Comfort food for me here in the Lone Star Staye where we are experiencing a little taste of winter! I love talking with people about food, and I'm so glad you're here. Id recommend not starting your oven until the potatoes are done cooking, otherwise it will be on for a while. While Im usually just in it for the snacks, our home team is this weekend! In a large saucepan over medium heat, saut onions and garlic in olive oil until lightly browned and caramelized about 5 minutes. Also my lentil mixture was just a thick orange mush after baking. So I know what they are supposed to taste like. Theres just 2 of us but my spouse would be very unhappy if I halved the recipe because he loves good leftovers for lunch. I love the recipe but it is a lot for just one person. Hi Jenna, We think sauted mushrooms + walnuts would be tasty! Hi Laura, Yes, that should work! Thanks so much for sharing your modifications and personal experience, Mel. Once tender, remove the lid and continue simmering uncovered, stirring frequently, to evaporate any excess liquid. My non bean loving 15 year olds daughter went back for seconds! Top the mixture with dollops of the mashed potatoes, then spread them out over the top. So adding the vegetarian before any recipe title is more than appropriate if not logical, Id say . The bottom mixture tasted quite bland, I even added extra garlic powder and onion powder. This will definitely become a staple for us in the winter months ahead. Thanks for the lovely review! I would say dont add any extra salt to recipe as there is quite a lot on the potatoes and vegetable stock. Thank you for the lovely review, Jacqueline! Cookie and Kate 2010 - 2023. I didnt use the tomato paste and it still came out yummy. I double the gravy and use an entire can of tomato paste. This recipe is not only nutritious, tasty and filling, its also simple! It is so much more fun in figuring out the way you want to cook it! Didnt measure, but added to taste. Id rather have the veggie version all day than a meat version, this looks delicious! Then made them 3 more times! I was thinking to make the filling and the mashed potatoes the day before then assemble the next day before putting in the oven? -Add dried thyme, sage, umami seasoning, pepper, vegetable bouillon. Absolutely delicious thank you for sharing your recipe! Were so glad you enjoyed it, Terri! 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. Woohoo! Yeah! Ive made it at least five times. I dont think Ive commented or rated this recipe yet but its one of my go tos on a fall/cold day. FILLING Pro Texture Tip: I chopped up half of my mushrooms so there would be a better texture variety in the filling. I have made this before and we really like it. Thanks so much for the lovely review! French green lentils (Puy lentils) make a hearty base for this vegetarian shepherds pie. Thats a win! I saw this on your stories. Reheats well in the microwave. Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Jenny! You can freeze it, but we find it gets a little watery so we prefer it fresh. Can you use all three for added texture (walnuts, mushrooms and lentils)?? Added rosemary and sage to ground round too. Banana Trail Mix Bread. A big fluffy sweater would be okay, too. Fi. Did you try? Im thinking about sauteing an onion instead of the shallots and using 1/2 to put on top of the mashed. And it freezes really well so its a great way to stock the freezer. Lay the veggie filling into a baking dish, the spread the mashed potatoes over top. Transfer the lentils to a bowl. 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