Southwestern Shepherd's Pie

Ingredients for Southwestern Shepherd's Pie

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 1 small green pepper, diced

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 tablespoon chopped green jalapeño

• 450g beef mince

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 tablespoon chilli powder

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 300g tomatoes, chopped

• 120ml cooked corn

• 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed

• 1/4 cup chopped coriander

• 675g sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 120ml milk

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and pepper; cook, stirring, for 10 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeño; cook for 2 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high; add beef and brown for 5 minutes.

2. Add tomato paste and spices; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer until liquid reduces, 15 minutes. Add corn, beans, and 60ml coriander. Spoon into a 9x9-inch baking dish.

3. Place sweet potatoes in a saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain; mash with butter and milk. Spread mash over the meat mixture. Bake in a 204°C oven until brown, 30 minutes. Garnish with more coriander.

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