Venison Shepherd’s Pie
This gluten-free venison shepherd's pie is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, filling, and has all of the classic flavors you love.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 611kcal
Ingredients
Potatoes:
- ½ pound russet potatoes peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Filling:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup onion chopped (or 1 T dried)
- ½ pound ground venison or other meat
- 1 clove garlic
- ¾ cup mixed vegetables frozen or fresh
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried sage
- 3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ¼ cup beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover over an inch with water. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minute or until fork tender.
- Drain water from potatoes. Then add milk and butter. Mash together.
- Mash in the cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In small skillet, melt butter. Add onion and cook for a minute or two. Add ground meat. Stir and cook until browned, about five minutes.
- Add garlic, thyme, sage, and Worcestershire sauce. Sauté until meat is well browned and not longer pink.
- Add beef broth and vegetables. Cook until broth is reduced and vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide meat mixture between two 10 ounce baking dishes.
- Top each with half the cheese, reserving about a tablespoon.
- Spread or pipe mashed potatoes over the cheese then top the potatoes with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake until top is browned, about 20-25 minutes.
Notes
Season the meat with salt and pepper before browning.
Keep it gluten-free. When cooking the filling, use a gluten-free flour to thicken if needed.
Use an oven-safe dish for baking and serving. This will make it easier to transfer the pie from the oven to the table.
Let the pie cool slightly before serving so that the venison filling sets.
Nutrition
Calories: 611kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 648mg | Potassium: 1121mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4275IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 379mg | Iron: 5mg