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Keto Shepherds Pie with Cauliflower Mash and Bacon – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Keto Shepherd's Pie with Cauliflower Mash and Bacon

Craving ultimate comfort food without the carbs? This Keto Shepherd's Pie is your answer! We've swapped traditional potatoes for a velvety, creamy cauliflower mash and packed the savory beef filling with rich mushrooms and onions. Topped with crispy bacon, it's a hearty, satisfyi
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 serving
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices uncooked bacon / approx. 225g (7.9 oz)
  • 1 medium head cauliflower / approx. 2 lbs or 900g (31.7 oz), chopped
  • ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) canned full-fat coconut milk
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 pounds (900 g / 31.7 oz) ground beef, 80% lean
  • 8 ounces (225 g / 7.9 oz) mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • for Success
  • For the creamiest cauliflower mash, ensure you drain the boiled cauliflower extremely well. Patting it dry with paper towels after draining removes excess moisture that can make it watery.
  • To deepen the flavor of the beef filling, add a tablespoon of tomato paste and a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce (or coconut aminos) when you add the vegetables.
  • This casserole can be fully assembled up to 24 hours in advance. Cover and refrigerate, then add 10-15 minutes to the baking time when you're ready to cook.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F / 190°C.
  3. In a large, oven-safe skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy.
  4. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) of grease in the skillet.
  5. Once cooled, crumble or chop the bacon.
  6. While the bacon cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  7. Add the chopped cauliflower and cook until fork-tender, about 6-8 minutes.
  8. Drain the cauliflower very well and transfer it to a food processor.
  9. Add the coconut milk, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
  10. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  11. Set aside.
  12. Return the skillet with the bacon grease to medium-high heat.
  13. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned.
  14. Drain off any excess fat.
  15. Add the chopped onion, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic to the beef.
  16. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
  17. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  18. Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it in an even layer. Spoon the cauliflower mash over the top and spread it to cover the filling completely.
  19. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the filling is hot and bubbly. For a golden-brown top, switch the oven to a high broil for the final 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  20. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  21. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the top and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 37gFat: 25g

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