Acorn Shepherd S Pie Recipe

Ingredients for Acorn Shepherd S Pie

• 2 medium acorn squash (about 2 lbs total)
• Russet Potato
• Unsalted Butter
• Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• Yellow Onion
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Ground Beef
• Dried Oregano
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Acorn Shepherd S Pie

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
3. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
4. Remove from oven and set aside 4 squash halves.
5. Scoop the flesh from the remaining 2 squash halves into a medium bowl.
6. While squash roasts, place potatoes in a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
7. Drain potatoes and add them to the bowl with the scooped squash flesh.
8. Mash with a fork until smooth. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
9. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
10. Add celery and garlic, cook for 1 minute.
11. Add ground beef and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
12. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned (about 4 minutes).
13. Stir in tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated (about 2 minutes).
14. Fill each reserved squash half with about 1/2 cup of the beef mixture.
15. Place filled squash halves in a baking dish.
16. Top each squash half with about 1/3 cup of the mashed potato mixture and sprinkle with cheese.
17. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and the tops are lightly browned.
18. Remove from oven, let sit for 5 minutes, and serve.