Southwestern Shepherds Pie Recipe

Southwestern Shepherds Pie Recipe

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green jalapeño
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cooked corn
  • 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup milk
  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring, for 10 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeño; cook for 2 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high; add beef and brown for 5 minutes.
  2. Add tomato paste and spices; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer until liquid reduces, 15 minutes. Add corn, beans, and 4 tablespoons cilantro. Spoon into a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  3. Place sweet potatoes in a saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain; mash with butter and milk. Spread mash over the meat mixture. Bake in a 400°F oven until brown, 30 minutes. Garnish with more cilantro.
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