Description

This Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is a hearty, gluten-free, and dairy-free comfort dish featuring ground turkey, mushrooms, peas, and a creamy mashed potato topping made with vegan butter and non-dairy milk. Finished under the broiler with melted dairy-free cheese, it’s a delicious and nutritious family-friendly meal perfect for those with dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat and Vegetables

1.5 pounds ground turkey
1 onion, chopped
1 cup white button mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas
6 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks

Liquids and Fats

2 teaspoons olive oil
3 tablespoons ketchup
¾ cup non-dairy milk (for turkey mixture)
½ cup non-dairy milk (for mashed potatoes)
3 tablespoons vegan buttery spread

Seasonings and Cheese

⅛ teaspoon white pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup Daiya non-dairy cheddar style shreds

Instructions

Preheat the broiler: Turn the oven broiler on to prepare for the final melting and browning of the cheese topping.
Cook the turkey mixture: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, and ground turkey. Cook until the turkey is fully cooked through, then drain off any excess grease.
Boil the potatoes: While cooking the turkey, boil the Yukon gold potatoes in a separate pan for about 20 minutes or until tender. Drain the water when done.
Mash the potatoes: Add vegan buttery spread, ½ cup non-dairy milk, and salt to the drained potatoes. Mash thoroughly with a potato masher until creamy and smooth.
Prepare the turkey filling: Stir ketchup, white pepper, and ¾ cup non-dairy milk into the cooked turkey mixture. Simmer gently over low heat until the sauce thickens. Add frozen peas and stir until heated through.
Assemble the shepherd’s pie: Pour the turkey filling evenly into a broiler-safe casserole dish or oven-safe skillet. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the turkey layer, covering it completely. Sprinkle the Daiya non-dairy cheddar style shreds evenly over the top.
Broil the pie: Place the assembled dish uncovered under the broiler for about 5 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.

Notes

If you have a cast iron skillet, it works great for cooking on the stovetop and going directly under the broiler.
Feel free to use any brand of dairy-free cheese that fits your dietary preferences or omit the cheese for a lighter topping.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days for best freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Turkey Shepherd’s Pie, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Comfort Food, Ground Turkey, Vegan Butter, Non-Dairy Cheese, Easy Dinner