I did use the tomato paste, which added some flavour. FILLING Ive made it twice since then :) Very good. This has become one of my go-to recipes. But is there any way to freezer prep this? Absolutely delicious, one of the best vegetarian recipes Ive ever tried and its simple! Cottage pie is a different version and is made with minced/ground beef. It turned out well, might just replace the lentils completely with the soup mix had not gotten a lot of it, just wanted to try it first :) we also added cheese on top but thats cause we love cheese :) whether it is shredded cheese or plastic cheese, still like it on this sort of dish, Recipe calls for 1.5 cups of lentils and 4 cups broth . Being that lentils seemed to packthe most nutritional punch and protein, I went that route! We also made garlic Rosemary mashed potatoes. I have made this recipe twice and my family loves it. Thank you for the lovely review, Jacqueline! Hi I am making this tonight and was wonder if I can substitute the red wine to and non alcoholic substitution??? Second, I make a couple changes- So here is what I did I sauted onions then added lentils and 2 cups of veg broth and boiled until the lentils were done about 30-35 minutes. So glad you both enjoy this recipe, Lisa! Were so glad you and your family enjoyed it, Maureen. I was wondering if its unadvisable to do all the steps up until number 9 and then refrigerate the unbaked dish, and pull it out the next day to bake it? I chose to make the veggie separate, and only used corn, so I could layer the lentils, then corn and mashed potatoes on top, heated up perfect. Let me say, I absolutely adore the lentil filling in this recipe. This thirteen-year-old (!) Its creamy, its cheesy, its comforting and completely delicious. If thats not possible, then water + sea salt might be okay, but were not sure it will add quite enough flavor. You know how you can tell if someones a Vegan? 15 minutes, plus 15 minutes for the toum (optional), 30 minutes, plus at least 9 hours for freezing, 25 minutes, plus at least 5 hours cooling and freezing, 30 minutes, plus at least 9 hours freezing. I did not have enough potatoes, so I used sweet potatoes mixed with red and it turned out great. We loved it and will definitely make it again. Thanks so much for the lovely review and for sharing your modifications, Catherine. I made adjustments per other reviewers ( soy sauce, liquid smoke and bay leaf) / Vegetarian foods can contain dairy and eggs, but not the flesh of animals or things derived from them, which would include ingredients such as animal broths, gelatin, and worcestershire sauce. xo. But both the Irish and British claim the origination of this hearty, mashed potato crust dish. Hope that helps! This will definitely become one of my staples. Tasty. Sorry! Meanwhile, chop the carrots, celery, and onion, saut in vegan butter or oil for a few minutes. Sure! Yay! If its made with vegetables Id call it a Vegetarian Pie. Yeah! Sprinkle with the remaining Parmigiano. Thanks so much for the great review and for sharing your modifications, Stephanie! Thank you for sharing! Step 3: Saut the onions, garlic and carrots until golden. Thank you so much for the lovely review and sharing your modifications! Thank you for the lovely review, Hether! Thank you for sharing! Sure you can sub out almost any liquid for the wine. . I followed it as written, except for the tomato paste. Im a grandma and Ive lived in England for the last 20 weeks and Ive never ever heard of Vegetarian shepherds pie. xo. I served it with a Chopped spinach and avocado topping. I made so much filling and not enough potato (did not have enough) but I do have pie crust. The thyme really makes it. Once cooked, drain, add back to the pot to evaporate any remaining water, then transfer to a mixing bowl. An 88 wont fit it all but close! This looks great! Ill have to try that one out myself. Cheers to a healthy and happy 2023. LIke all recipes on this blog, it turned out fantastic. As one article says about the advantages of lentils over beef, Lentils are more nutrient-dense than beef, providing vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber while containing less fat and fewer calories.. Then refrigerate and bake as instructed later on. Love Real Food is Here & a Chocolate Peanut Butter Tart to Celebrate! Its super helpful for us and other readers. It takes us about an hour and a half to prepare and is worth every minute! Transfer the lentils to a bowl. xo, Tastes delicious, cheap and liked by my omnivores family :) Takes two hours to make, though ;). Yay! Shepherds = sheep. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. To make the filling: In a large cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Now heres my beef with the recipe (Get it?). Were so glad you both enjoy it, Emma! Honestly, we dont even need the meat I promise these vegetables are the yummy kind. Above all, theyre delicious and will make for a memorable evening at home. I would never have found this recipe if it was labeled as anything other than Vegetarian Shepherds Pie as that was what I was looking fora meatless Shepherds Pie! Slice any large potatoes in half, place in a large pot and fill with water until theyre just covered. This would be perfect, but Im wondering about how to keep it warm. i followed exactly and there was way too much lentils for the potato topping for some reason. I love this stuff. I would add some type of bean or lentil (or meat for meat eaters) to consider this a complete meal. Its absolutely delicious and super filling! I just made pre-made the barley (instead of lentils) and added it in right before I put it in the oven. Thank you very much for sharing. Thats a win! Could this be made using red lentils instead of green/brown? I'm a former 4th grade teacher, now full time blogger. Amazing! Does this work with those French lentils? I made this exactly following the recipe cooked down the minimal liquid and thickened with a bit of potato My family absolutely loves it. Wow, awesome recipe! Woohoo! Can we use something else instead of wine? It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionists advice. Gingerbread Granola. Will definitely repeat this recipe, it was great. We actually never have tried a Vegan shepheards pie before, but this does look so good to miss out. Drain potatoes well and return to pot. Ive made this recipe several times with modifications, my favorite being: xo. Made it tonight and it was just as good as a beet salad that I would typically order at a local restaurant. Thanks so much for the great review, Linnea. Thanks for the recipe! Shepherds Pie is British actually, not Irish. black pepper(to taste) All in all, I really appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients in this recipe, because these are all staples I keep around and it means I can make a really good meal just about any time. Finish the filling: Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Step 5: Then add the tomatoes and Tamari or soy sauce. Thank you for sharing this. Hope you love it! We enjoyed it. Im super excited to share the perfected recipe with you today. I saw this on your stories. I have a question as well, I am having low key open-house style holidaygathering. Thank you so much! Hi Rory, this can be made ahead. Im wondering if anyone has made the whole thing and then baked it later (aka I have already made the lentil mix and the potatoes). I add rosemary along with the thyme, and that goes in the onions peppers and garlic BEFORE the lentils and veggie broth. Plus, they cook up nicely while your potatoes are boiling, making the whole process rather seamless. Return to the pan and whisk to thicken. What do you think? I put in a heap of salt while the potatoes are boiling. In just four weeks, March and glimmers of spring will greet us. I found that 1 cup of broth was plenty to make a nice, rich gravy. I wonder if something like this Lentil and Pea Soup Mix would work in place of the lentils? Other issues? OMG I forgot how comfort food tasted; when I redid my dinner last night it was a delight to use this recipe. You dont have to fuss with a bchamel sauce. Looks so good! Like, sauted with garlic and onion, sauced up with a sizzle of red wine, coated in a quick gravy, and baked under a layer of creamy mashed potatoes good. Peel, chop, and boil the potatoes for 10-15 minutes until soft. So savory and filling! Be the first to leave one. So, thank you for all your great recipes. If using red lentils, youll want to cook them for half as much time (or even less). Serious comfort food so inexpensive to make. My dog, Cookie, catches the crumbs. What other vegetables would you suggest? Leftover mashed potatoes. We have noticed that beans or lentils that are too old have a difficult time cooking. So happy to hear you enjoy this recipe, Beth! Maybe the world needs more banana pancakes. -Add 1tbsp tomato paste, brown Thanks so much! Lol. This specific recipe contains very little protein but most vegan recipes ensure you get protein by adding nuts, beans/legumes, seeds, etc. The flavor/texture will be different though. Were so glad you enjoy the recipe, Shirley! Drain potatoes well and return to pot. It took forever (far longer than described) and tasted terrible. She also has so many followers, you can expect a huge bump in traffic to your site! PJ we do not call vegetarian shepherd pie Shepherdless pies in England. Let us know how it goes! Here are more seasonal recipes to enjoy this month with winter produce. I lost track of how many times I have made this! Ive made it twice now and it definitely took longer than an hour. Thank you again!!! xo, Made this a few times and enjoyed, the mash I added rosemary (crushed) and vegan cheese. Were so glad he enjoys it! Behold, my favorite luscious dessert! It truly was a blessing. on that note *Russet* potatoes. This is not a lentil shepherds pie, but if you want to add lentils for a little more protein punch, you do you. What more could you want? I made this today in my slow cooker. Thank you for sharing your experience, Steve! Honestly, Im not sure why this cheesecake (tarta de queso in Spanish) is called Basque cheesecake over here. All rights reserved. Can this be frozen? Lentils are a plant-based powerhouse. The estimated timing always seems to be on the short side.For example with this recipe, I had all the ingredients on the table when I started watching the clock and it still took me an hour and a half. British-Inspired, Gluten-Free, Irish-Inspired, Vegan, (or sub 1 tsp dried thyme per 2 tsp fresh), bag frozen mixed veggies: peas, carrots, green beans, and corn. Were so glad you and your family enjoyed it, Tori. About Contact Cookbook Recipes Shop Subscribe, Cookie and Kate receives commissions on purchases made through our links to retailers. Smooth down with a spoon or fork and season with another crack of pepper and a little sea salt. Melt the butter in the 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. My husband is a heart patient as well as a type II diabetic and we eat no meat, sugar, dairy and keep all fat to an absolute minimum. As someone else mentioned, the peas alone are not enough protein for this vegetarian. Loved it. Thats great news if you ask me! Sooooo good! Yay! its hard to find it where I live. -Boil potatoes skin-on, allow skin to split. I made some adjustments to the recipe for more flavor and it turned out really good! My dog, Cookie, catches the crumbs. I used to be a teacher, and now making food and writing about it online is my full-time job. We spent the evening wandering through the old part of town, sampling pintxos and sipping marvelous inexpensive white wine everywhere we went, as you do in San Sebastin. Simple Blueberry Cake. Hello! I like to add celery and carrots with the garlic and onion in the beginning, then instead of adding a bag of frozen veggies in the last step I add a huge pile of sliced mushrooms and some sauted impossible meat. the soup is 1 cup to 4 cups liquid (water in this case as it will be drained) so will see. They call vegetarian shepherds pies Shepherdess Pies in England. Woohoo! Im just wondering why it wouldnt be? Get a Free eCookbook with our top 25 recipes. Traditional Shepherds pie contains ground beef, which I considered swapping for walnuts, a combination of mushrooms and walnuts, or lentils. Step 6: Then the stock and stir over the heat until just starting to bubble. Hi Melissa, You can freeze it, but we find it gets a little watery so we prefer it fresh. Transfer to the oven and, if the mixture is at the top edges of your pan, set a foil-lined baking sheet underneath the pan to catch any drips. I double the gravy and use an entire can of tomato paste. I didnt have thyme, or time, so I substituted in a tablespoon of vegan Wostershire sauce for extra flavor, and threw in a bayleaf while I was cooking the veggies. omg this looks so good. Using a masher or a ricer, mash hot potatoes until smooth. Maybe some impossible burger in the underneath. Lifes too short to be shirty about the name of a dish of food. My husband and I devoured a whole batch of this for dinner (And I usually hate raw broccoli) I made second batch right away and put it in the fridge to marinate for tomorrow! Rachel. Same amount as mushrooms? Cant wait to try it. While Im usually just in it for the snacks, our home team is this weekend! The flavor is totally unbeatable for vegans (me) and meat-eaters (my husband). xo. Can I wait to bake it until tomorrow or should I bake it now and then just reheat tomorrow? For a more veggie heavy version, you might prefer this sweet potato mushroom version. Use olive oil in place of butter and non-dairy milk in place of the yogurt. Very lovely thank you for the recipe. Love that, Amy! Banana Oat Pancakes. Thanks so much for sharing, Allison. -Add 1/2 packet veggie brown gravy mix (I happened to have it on hand) Comfort food for me here in the Lone Star Staye where we are experiencing a little taste of winter! Spray the surface with cooking oil. A really disappointing outcome after so much effort. This was a great recipe! Accessibility Policy Comment Policy Nutrition Disclaimer Photo/Recipe Policy Privacy Policy. xo. Hope that helps! Its kind of what Thanksgiving dreams are made of, at least in my world. Unlike brown or red lentils, green lentils retain their shape and texture after cooking, which means they stand up well to a long simmer and this rich potato topping. Thanks for sharing!!! Love that! Every MB recipe I have tried blows us away. Its an ingrained belief that they have from parents, past nutritional advice, etc. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Accessibility Policy Comment Policy Nutrition Disclaimer Photo/Recipe Policy Privacy Policy. Wed love to see. It wasnt the most productive, by a long shot, but thats ok. I agree. Another reader mentioned freezing it in smaller containers with success! Hi Laura, Yes, that should work! xo. No love, mushrooms are weary of you okay . Enter your email and we'll send it right over! Its been terribly cold here in Kansas City. These are the banana pancakes Im making most often at the moment. I have made this with lentils in the past and it was super delicious but this time I replaced the lentils with grass fed free range bison from Force of Nature calm down angry vegans.. Loosely cover and set aside. Can I not use celery as I dont like the taste and what could I substitute with? I made the lentil mixture and mashed potatoes ahead early in the day because I was determined to make this but knew I wouldnt have time after I got out of work running the kids around. Delicious! So glad you both enjoyed! What a treat, and so easy! Kathleen. Mash the potatoes and add the soy milk and vegan butter. Almost there wooster Worcester sauce aah the foibles of the English language : ) I was a little confused on when to add the peas (based on the numbering) so I added them before the thickening process (lid off plus adding mashed potatoes). All Rights Reserved. We had given up potatoes. I used my Duo Instant Pot to cook my lentils and put the broth instead of water into the pot. I love the yogurt in w/the potatoes. I had to adjust the step for cooking the potatoes (cut into smaller pieces and once water was at a boil cooked for 20 mins which *might* be a little too long (check doneness at maybe 15 mins from reaching boil next time) but my hubby LOVED it! The mashed potatoes sat for a bit so I clumped them evenly and then spread around as they warmed up. This recipe is heavier on the lentils vs. veggies, but could certainly be adjusted to personal preference. Well be cheering for the Chiefs from Kansas City. Highly recommend for a hearty vegan dish! Its simply delicious made as-is, but I can also imagine dolling it up with some fresh veggies, mushrooms, different seasoning or ??? Theres just 2 of us but my spouse would be very unhappy if I halved the recipe because he loves good leftovers for lunch. -Add frozen peas and green beans, continue to simmer/reduce until desired consistency is reached, Assemble and bake as directed, let sit for a while! It took me more than an hour to make because I had to skin my potatoes and I cooked my lentils before adding them to filling. The 1 or 2 cups and some onions and garlic is extreamly frustrating! Use a masher, pastry cutter or large fork to mash until smooth. Thanks so much for the review, Amy. Grin! If youre looking for wholesome, satisfying, veggie-packed recipes, youre in the right place. Thanks for sharing your experience, Paul! Reheats well in the microwave. Love it! It might need to bake longer to heat through fully though. May the best team win! It is getting cold out there and this will help with that. tablespoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning, pounds russet potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 3 large), cup packed grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese or vegetarian Parmesan (optional), teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning, ounces sliced mixed mushrooms, such as button, cremini, and shiitake, large leek, white part only, thinly sliced (about 1 cups), medium carrots, peeled and diced (about 1 cup). I didnt use the tomato paste and it still came out yummy. This os definitely a must keep recipe. Thanks for such a great recipe. Absolutely delicious. Would you do all filling ingredients in the instant pot or just the lentils and finish it on the stove? OPTIONAL: To thicken the mixture, add 2-3 Tbsp (amount as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size) mashed potatoes and stir. Im not a practiced cook. Absolutely delicious thank you for sharing your recipe! 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