Root Vegetable Shepherd's Pie with Herb-Infused Mashed Potatoes

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A comforting casserole featuring tender root vegetables under a creamy, herb-topped mashed potato crust, perfect for chilly evenings. This British-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, layers carrots, parsnips, potatoes into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 British cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Boil 2 cups diced potatoes, 1 cup diced carrots, and 1 cup diced parsnips in salted water for 15 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Step 2: Drain vegetables, return to pot, and add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F. Transfer 2 cups of vegetable mixture to a baking dish, spreading evenly.
  4. Step 4: Pour 1/4 cup chicken broth over vegetables, then cover with the remaining mashed potatoes, smoothing the top. Bake for 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.

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