Vegan Lentil Shepherds Pie

This Vegan Lentil Shepherds Pie is a hearty and filling way to spend the evening. Its a great gluten-free and vegan meal because its full of protein and vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked lentils
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 cups mashed potatoes

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C

In a skillet, saut diced carrots, peas, onion, and garlic until tender

Add cooked lentils, tomato paste, soy sauce, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper

Cook for another 5 minutes

Transfer the lentil mixture to a baking dish and spread mashed potatoes evenly on top

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are lightly browned