Turkey Shepard's Pie

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Cut potatoes into chunks and boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender.

2. 2

   While potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 6-8 minutes.

3. 3

   Add diced onion and carrots to the turkey. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.

4. 4

   Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.

5. 5

   Pour in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add thyme and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. 6

   Stir in frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

7. 7

   Drain potatoes and mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Transfer turkey mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.

9. 9

   Carefully spread mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture, creating peaks with a fork for crispy edges.

10. 10

    Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.

11. 11

    Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.