Shepherd's Pie with Cauliflower Topping

Ground Beef mixture

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 lb ground beef or lamb
• 1 small zucchini diced
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• Salt and pepper

Cauliflower Topping

• 1 small cauliflower cut into florets
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese
• Salt and pepper

Instructions 

Shepherd's Pie

• Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan.  Add the onion and garlic and sauté on medium heat until soft and translucent.
• Add the ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until it is browned and cooked through.
• Add the zucchini and tomatoes and stir to combine.
• Reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Cauliflower Topping

• In a large pot, add cauliflower to boiling water.  Boil the cauliflower until soft, about 8-10 minutes.
• Drain the cauliflower, allowing all steam to escape. Dry cauliflower will help make a creamier mash.
• Transfer the drained cauliflower to a food processor.  Add the butter, cream, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Process until smooth.

To Assemble

• Place the ground beef mixture in the bottom of a large casserole dish. Top with the mashed cauliflower.
• Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes and until the filling is bubbly and the topping is browned