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Name: Vegetable Beef Shepherd’s Pie
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2-1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered; 1 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream or half-and-half cream; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; FILLING:; 2 pounds ground beef; 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted; 1 cup dry red wine; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium zucchini, sliced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, finely chopped; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Vegetable Beef Shepherd’s Pie

Shepard's pie has been a family favorite for as long as I can remember. It bakes in just 30 minutes and is packed with veggies like carrots, zucchini, onion and green pepper. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington

Sweet & Spicy Party Meatballs

A friend served this at a party years ago and I modified the recipe. Apple, peach and apricot preserves make these meatballs sweet and fruity. The addition of Sriracha chili sauce and red pepper flakes adds a spicy heat that makes them irresistible. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Strawberry & Basil Galettes

Shaped to resemble strawberries with pointed tips and pleated edges, these galettes are delicious and charmingly rustic. Their individual portions make them easy to enjoy on the go. —Niv Menon-Saberi, Port Elgin, Ontario