Vegan Shepherd's Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

Mashed Potato Layer:

• 5 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• cup vegan mayonnaise
• cup soy milk
• cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons vegan cream cheese substitute (e.g., Tofutti)
• 2 teaspoons salt

Bottom Layer:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• cup frozen peas
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 clove garlic, minced (or more to taste)
• 1 pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 (12-ounce) package plant-based ground beef substitute
• cup shredded Cheddar-style soy cheese

Directions:

Step 1: Gather all ingredients.

Step 2: Place the potatoes in a pot, cover them with cold water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes. Drain well.

Step 3: Add the vegan mayonnaise, soy milk, olive oil, vegan cream cheese, and salt to the drained potatoes. Mash everything together with a potato masher until smooth and fluffy. Set the mashed potatoes aside.

Step 4: Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 5: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, peas, and tomato. Cook and stir until the vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.

Step 6: Stir in the Italian seasoning, garlic, and ground black pepper, and cook for another minute.

Step 7: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the plant-based ground beef substitute to the skillet. Crumble the "meat" and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the mixture is heated through.

Step 8: Transfer the vegetable and "meat" mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it evenly over the bottom.

Step 9: Top the vegetable mixture with the mashed potatoes, spreading them into an even layer over the top. Sprinkle the shredded soy cheese evenly over the mashed potatoes.

Step 10: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, slightly browned, and the casserole is hot.

Step 11: Serve and enjoy your delicious vegetarian shepherds pie!

Nutrition Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 552
• Fat: 24g (31% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 4g (18% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 1317mg (57% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrates: 65g (23% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 7g (24% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 8g
• Protein: 20g (40% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 25mg (28% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 114mg (9% Daily Value)
• Iron: 5mg (27% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 1250mg (27% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.