Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie Recipe Part 1

lentils

🥗Healthier: green peas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Green peas add protein while canned beans are often less expensive.

nut milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Oat milk is creamier, while the alternative is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while canola oil is cost-effective.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: cauliflower

Sweet potatoes provide more nutrients, while cauliflower is low-cost and low-carb.

Cook 1 cup of lentils in 2 cups of water by boiling, then reduce to a simmer for about 20-30 minutes until tender.

Cook the potatoes in enough water to cover them until soft, checking with a fork for doneness.

Drain the potatoes, leaving about half a cup of the cooking liquid to retain nutrients.

Mash the potatoes with a masher, leaving the skins on for added nutrition and color.

Add a touch of salt and black pepper to the mashed potatoes, and mix well.

Set the mashed potatoes aside to cool off a bit.

In the pot used for the lentils, heat olive oil over medium heat and add chopped onion, sautéing until softened.

Add diced carrots to the softened onions and sauté until fragrant and slightly soft, about a few minutes.

Do not add salt to the lentils while cooking, as it can prevent them from cooking properly.

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