Did you know: -
There is a difference between "cottage pie" and "shepherd’s pie", and it’s in the meat. Shepherd’s pie should only be named as such if it contains lamb, and "cottage" usually applies to one made with beef.' Of course, there is also 'Shepherdless Pie' a popular vegetarian option!
Well, now there is a lower carb alternative to this popular dish. Have a look at Pascale Naessens' take on this dish, where cauliflower replaces the traditional mashed potato topping. A convenient and comforting all-in-one dinner, which can be enjoyed by all the family … or just the two of you! It's perfect for cooking in advance and freezes well, so you could make individual pies if you'd prefer!
Well, now there is a lower carb alternative to this popular dish. Have a look at Pascale Naessens' take on this dish, where cauliflower replaces the traditional mashed potato topping. A convenient and comforting all-in-one dinner, which can be enjoyed by all the family … or just the two of you! It's perfect for cooking in advance and freezes well, so you could make individual pies if you'd prefer!
Ingredients
Serves Four
1 lb (450g) cauliflower
3 (12 oz/325g) yellow onions
3 (6½ oz/180g) carrots
3 garlic cloves
1½ lbs (650g) ground beef, lamb or turkey
¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
9 oz. (260g) cherry tomatoes
1 lb (450g) cauliflower
3 (12 oz/325g) yellow onions
3 (6½ oz/180g) carrots
3 garlic cloves
1½ lbs (650g) ground beef, lamb or turkey
¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
9 oz. (260g) cherry tomatoes
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).2. Further instructions can be seen here
Cauliflower is an extremely healthy vegetable. It is very low in calories yet high in vitamins, and can provide some powerful health benefits, and is a great source of nutrients. In fact, cauliflower contains some of almost every vitamin and mineral that you need, including a few that many people need more of. Additionally, cauliflower contains unique antioxidants that may reduce inflammation and protect against several diseases, such as cancer and heart disease. What’s more, cauliflower is easy to add to your diet. It’s tasty, easy to prepare and can replace high-carb foods in several recipes.
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There are many good recipes around the internet (to suit all tastes), which can so often be 'tweaked' a little to better suit you, and your families' tastes. This blog brings a variety of recipe ideas/suggestions, and not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter. If you have any concerns about your health, it is always advisable to consult your doctor or health care team.
~ Autumn Mantel~
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As always, thank you for reading this post … it's been good to have your company... and do please share your thoughts in the comments section below.
All the best Jan
36 comments:
This looks tasty. Cauliflower is a favourite here. Thanx Jan.
God bless.
Ottima ricetta ,grazie!
...a nice autumn treat.
Sadly, cauliflower won't fly in this household. Himself refuses to eat it.
Fine food :-)) That's something for me... and above all, the ingredients can all be bought fresh now... well, not everyone has cauliflower in the garden -
Lots of love to you.
Looks so warming and tasty!
I knew that!
It's been a great meal for us. I like one pot meals!
good morning sounds delicious
So I have been making cottage pie not shepherds pie! Thanks for the information
Good recipe
We had lamb chops all the time when I was a kid. Then ine day I couldn't take the taste. Weird.
A mí me gusta mucho la coliflor. Besos.
I LOVE Shepard's Pie!
I love both shepherd's pie and cottage pie, and Cumberland pie too. Lovely comfort food.
I'll just have a couple of scoops of that shepherdless pie, please:)
Have a good week, Jan.
Thank you for sharing, I was just mentioning shepherds pie to my husband. :-)
Cauliflower is such a versatile vegetable.
I like all variations! Valerie
That looks really good.
Gostei,bem apetitoso prato! Valeu! beijos, chica
Copying and sending this recipe to myself! I know it will be good! Thanks for sharing this.
Looks quite good!!
Oh I love the idea of Shephardless Pie. Hope it wasn't too wet of a day.
And now I know how I am going to use up the cauliflower head we bought recently, thanks for the suggestion. And we have enjoyed cauliflower in various forms - mashed, riced and roasted among them.
This is the perfect dish for Autumn, Jan. I love using cauliflower mash for the top!
Sounds and looks delicious ~ love vegetarian recipes ~ Xo
Wishing you good health,laughter and love in your days.
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Gracias por la receta, te mando un beso.
Looks yummy, yes knew the difference between the two pies.
Have you tried a shottage pie? A mix of lamb and beef gives the best of both meats and with spuds of course. You know how I feel about cauliflower.
Hello,
It does look tasty, thanks for sharing the recipe!
Take care, enjoy your day!
i love this recipe, without the peas. i would definitely make this but i would still top it with mashed potatoes.
What a colourful dish, it looks lovely.xxx
The cauliflower is a super idea. Never thought of that! I normally make mine with Quorn mince.
By either name, it's a dish I like.
Mmmmmmmmm…….delicious….love Ria and Leaf 🍀🧡🐾🍂🍁🌾🍄🎃🌻🌽
Oh my...such a delicious recipe!
I do know the difference, but I still call the beef version by Shepherd’s Pie. The cauliflower topping would indeed lower the carb count, and I love cauliflower!
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