Lightened-Up Shepherd's Pie

[5 SP per serving] Lean ground beef makes keeps the fat and calories low here. Cauliflower is mashed with the potatoes to keep carbs down but still results in a creamy mash. Scallions add a pop of fresh flavour to the topping and tomato paste gives the filling a rich depth of flavour.

Information

• Makes: 6 servings
• Source: The Food Network Canada
• Prep: 15 min     Cook: 1 hour 30 min

Ingredients

1 lb	potatoes, peeled and quartered	10 SP
1 medium	cauliflower head, cored and cut into 1-inch florets	0 SP
3 medium	scallions, finely chopped	0 SP
1¼ cup	canned low-sodium chicken broth	1 SP
1 tsp	kosher salt, to taste	0 SP
1 tsp	black pepper, to taste	0 SP
1 lb	ground beef, 95% lean	15 SP
1 tsp	extra virgin olive oil	1 SP
3 medium	carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into thin half-moons	0 SP
3 medium	garlic cloves, finely chopped	0 SP
2 ribs	celery, finely chopped	0 SP
2 medium	onions, finely chopped	0 SP
2 Tbsp	all-purpose flour	2 SP
2 Tbsp	canned unsalted tomato paste	1 SP
2 Tbsp	Worcestershire sauce	1 SP
10 oz	frozen green peas, thawed	0 SP

Instructions

1. Prepare the topping: Put the potatoes and cauliflower in a large pot and cover with cold water; season with salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 25 minutes; drain, reserving the pot.
2. Meanwhile, make the filling: Add the beef to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 4 minutes. Add the onion, carrots and celery and cook, stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 4 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring occasionally, until incorporated, about 3 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Finish the topping: Return the potatoes and cauliflower to the pot and mash with a potato masher or wooden spoon until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Transfer the filling to a 2 ½-quart baking dish and cover with the topping, spreading evenly. Bake until the topping is golden, about 35 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Changing this recipe to Turkey instead of the Ground Beef would further reduce the points from 5 to 3 per serving.