Classic Comfort, Reimagined
This Spelt Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie gives the beloved British comfort food a healthy update. Instead of the usual mash and mince, it features a rich vegetable and spelt base topped with smooth, naturally sweet potato mash.
Why You’ll Love It
It’s hearty, satisfying, and completely plant-based. Spelt adds texture and protein, while the sweet potatoes create a buttery top without dairy. Perfect for family dinners, cosy weekends, or meal prep—wholesome food that feels indulgent.
Spelt Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
Description
A hearty vegan Shepherd’s Pie made with nutty spelt grains and a creamy sweet potato mash topping. Comforting, filling, and full of natural flavour.
Ingredients
For the topping:
For the filling:
Instructions
Cook the spelt:
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Rinse and simmer in water for 25 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the topping:
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Boil sweet potatoes until soft (about 12 minutes). Drain, mash with olive oil, milk, salt, and pepper.
Make the filling:
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In a large pan, heat olive oil. Sauté onion, garlic, carrot, celery, and mushrooms for 8 minutes until softened.
Add flavour:
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Stir in tomato purée, thyme, paprika, and soy sauce. Cook 1 minute.
Combine:
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Add cooked spelt and vegetable stock. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until thickened.
Assemble:
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Spoon filling into a baking dish and spread sweet potato mash on top.
Bake:
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Cook at 190°C (170°C fan) for 20 minutes until golden on top.
Serve:
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Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 420kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Saturated Fat 2g10%
- Sodium 420mg18%
- Potassium 950mg28%
- Total Carbohydrate 70g24%
- Dietary Fiber 10g40%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 12g24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Additional Notes
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer-friendly for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the oven until piping hot.
