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Keto Cottage Pie (With Cauliflower Mash)

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: English
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Mash
  • 1 Large Head of Cauliflower  About 700 Grams, Cut Into Florets.
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Butter
  • 1 Egg Yolk
  • 2 Tbsp Sour Cream
  • 75 Grams Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • Salt To Taste. I Use About 1/2 Tsp.
The Filling
  • 500 Grams Regular Ground Beef
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Butter
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 100 Grams Carrot Diced, About 2 Carrots.
  • 100 Grams Yellow Onion Diced, About Half an Onion.
  • 50 Grams Celery Diced, About 2 Stalks.
  • 1/2 Cup Frozen Peas
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire
  • 1 Tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1/4 Cup Beef Broth
  • 1/2 Cup Dry Red Wine
  • 2-3 Springs of Fresh Thyme
  • 2-3 Springs of Fresh Rosemary. Finley Chopped.
  • Salt To Taste.
  • Pepper To Taste.

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
The Mash
  1. Remove core and cut the cauliflower into florets.
  2. Toss cauliflower florets in 1 tbsp of olive oil and a bit of salt.
  3. Bake the cauliflower in a preheated oven for 30 minutes until the edges are slightly charred.
  4. Place cauliflower into a blender with egg yolk, butter and sour cream. Adjust seasoning if needed.
The Filling
  1. In a large pan over medium high heat add 1 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tbsp butter. 
  2. Add the diced carrots, celery, and onion to the pan. Saute for approx. 5 minutes until the onion are translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic cloves and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the ground beef and cook until brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 minute.
  6. Add red wine and herbs. Simmer for approx. 8 minutes until wine is completely reduced.
  7. Add frozen peas and beef broth. Simmer for approx. 5 minutes until reduced. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assembly
  1. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the filling to a 9x9 baking dish.
  2. Top with the blended cauliflower mash followed by the grated sharp cheddar cheese.
  3. Bake for 25 minutes. Optional: Broil for the last couple of minutes to brown the top.

Notes

Nutrition Information (6 Servings):
  • 375 Calories
  • 12.6g Carbohydrates
  • 2.5g Fiber
  • 25.8g Fat
  • 22.7g Protein
Net Carbs: 10.1g / Serving