Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato

Name: Shepherd's Pie with Sweet Potato
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American, British
Ingredients: 1 1/2-2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes); 2 tablespoons butter (optional to make the potatoes creamy); salt and black pepper (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/3 cup beef broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion (diced); 1 carrot (peeled and diced); 1 celery stick (diced); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 sprig fresh rosemary (see notes for dried herb quantity); 1 sprig fresh thyme (see notes for dried herb quantity); 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 cup beef broth; 1 tablespoon flour (cornstarch or arrowroot powder)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

This cozy Shepherd’s Pie swaps traditional potatoes for a sweet potato topping that’s light, fluffy, and just a little sweet. With a savory beef filling and make-ahead options, it’s the perfect all-in-one comfort meal for busy weeknights or fall gatherings.

Updated at: Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:50:45 GMT