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Turkey Mashed Potato Pie

A heartwarming dish combining tender turkey and sweet mashed potatoes, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 38 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt (for boiling)
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (for seasoning the mashed potatoes)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or full-fat plain yogurt
For the Turkey Filling
  • 2 1/2 cups chopped cooked turkey breast, skin removed
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large shallot, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 4 ounces frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 2/3 cups turkey or chicken broth, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the diced sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt, and bring to a boil. Cook for 16 to 18 minutes until tender. Drain, stir in 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and sour cream or yogurt, then mash until smooth and keep warm.
Oven Preheating
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Cooking the Aromatics
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chopped shallot, parsley, thyme, and sage. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until shallot is softened.
  2. Stir in the chopped celery and continue to sauté for an additional 4-5 minutes until tender.
Combine Filling Ingredients
  1. Add frozen peas and carrots, chopped turkey, 2 cups of broth, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes.
Thicken the Filling
  1. Combine the remaining 2/3 cup of broth with cornstarch until dissolved, then stir this into the turkey filling. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
Assemble the Pie
  1. Transfer the turkey filling into a baking dish and spread the warm mashed sweet potatoes evenly on top.
Baking
  1. Place in the oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes. For a golden topping, switch to broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Notes

For added creaminess, mix in shredded cheese to the mashed sweet potatoes. Consider nutmeg to enhance sweetness. Feel free to customize the herbs based on preference.