{"id":71986,"date":"2021-12-12T12:00:42","date_gmt":"2021-12-12T11:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/?p=71986"},"modified":"2025-07-16T19:41:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T17:41:54","slug":"vegan-shepherds-pie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/vegan-shepherds-pie\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan Shepherd\u2019s Pie"},"content":{"rendered":"

A Vegan Shepherd’s Pie <\/strong>with a crispy potato topping is my favourite way to prepare a plant-based version of classic Shepherd\u2019s Pie (Cottage Pie). This vegan take on the popular classic casserole is made with lentils and savory vegetables, and topped with potatoes, then baked to perfection.<\/p>\n

What is Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie)?<\/h2>\n

Shepherd’s Pie comes to us from Britain and Ireland, and is traditionally made with lamb or mutton. And where I grew up, in Canada, this family favourite was made with ground beef and sometimes referred to as a Cottage Pie. No matter where you are, everything else remains the same. Meaning, a classic shepherd’s pie is basically a casserole with a layer of cooked meat and vegetables (often carrots and peas), which is topped with mashed potatoes, and baked in the oven. A true favourite for the whole family, much like spaghetti bolognese<\/a>, lasagne and chicken soup<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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A vegan Shepard\u2019s pie<\/h2>\n

This recipe is a vegan take on the classic original. And since nothing says comfort food more than a shepherd’s pie, so I\u2019m very excited to share this plant-based version! And best thing, is I think it\u2019s just as good as the original. So flavorful! For this version, I choose to make a sliced potato topping rather than mashed potatoes. Mainly because it is less work, a little lighter on the calories, and I like the way it crisps up in the oven. Plus, since the potatoes are cooked ahead of time, their is the added benefit that some of the potatoes digestible starch is transformed into resistant starch<\/a>. This means, that the starchy carbs are not fully digested but act as an energy source for our gut bacteria (a prebiotic fibre that helps balance the gut microbiome<\/a>). All of which contribute to a delicious and extra healthy shepherd\u2019s pie!<\/p>\n

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Ingredients for this simple cottage pie<\/h2>\n

So let\u2019s take a look at what\u2019s needed for this recipe:<\/p>\n

For the filling:<\/h3>\n