Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

potatoes

peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces

0.25 cup

nonfat sour cream

1 tbsp

reduced-calorie margarine

0.13 tsp

salt

2 tsp

olive oil

1 cup

onion

chopped

2 unit

carrots

diced

2 unit

celery ribs

diced

1 lb

ground turkey breast

uncooked

3 tbsp

all-purpose flour

1 tbsp

fresh rosemary

chopped

1 tsp

dried thyme

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

black pepper

2 cup

chicken broth

canned

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2
~4 min

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water.

Step 3
~4 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Step 4
~4 min

Drain potatoes and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 5
~4 min

Add nonfat sour cream and reduced-calorie margarine.

Step 6
~4 min

Mash until smooth and season to taste with salt. Set aside.

Step 7
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 8
~4 min

Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 10
~4 min

Add uncooked ground turkey breast and cook until browned, breaking up the meat, about 5 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Add all-purpose flour, fresh rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 12
~4 min

Stir to coat the turkey mixture.

Step 13
~4 min

Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 14
~4 min

Simmer until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes.

Step 15
~4 min

Transfer turkey mixture to a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.

Step 16
~4 min

Spread mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture.

Step 17
~4 min

Using the back of a spoon, make decorative swirls on top of the potatoes.

Step 18
~4 min

Bake until potatoes are golden, about 30 minutes.

Step 19
~4 min

Slice into 6 pieces and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier potato topping, broil for the last few minutes of baking.

Add a layer of cheese under the potatoes for extra flavor.

Use leftover roasted vegetables in the turkey mixture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with steamed green beans.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

British Isles

Cultural Significance

Traditional comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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