Lentil Shepherd's Pie

Green lentil, mushroom, onion, peas, corn & green beans in a vegan gravy topped with mashed potatoes; baked until golden

Calories: 360, Carbs: 53g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 12g, Sat. Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 494mg, Fiber: 8g

Prep Time: 15 to 25 minutes Cook time: 30 to 35 minutes Yield: 6 servings

1. Cover lentils with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 22 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid.

1. Cover potatoes with 1 inch of water. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes or until completely tender. Drain well.
2. Mash potatoes in a large bowl until no lumps remain. Beat in soy milk in small amounts, beating after each addition. Add margarine and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Beat vigorously until potatoes are light and fluffy.

1. While potatoes are cooking, heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add onion. Saute for 2 minutes or until slightly softened.
2. Add garlic. Saute for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
3. Add carrots. Saute until bright orange color.
4. Add mushroom. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until dry.
5. Add peas, green beans, corn, thyme, pepper and 3/4 tsp salt. Stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
6. Combine cornstarch and low sodium stock until well dissolved. Add to vegetables. Cook until slightly thickened.
7. Place vegetable mixture into a 9 x 13 baking dish.
8. Top with lentils. Spread out evenly.
9. Top with mashed potatoes. Using a spatula, smooth out potatoes.
NOTE: For a more upscale presentation, place potatoes in a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe rosettes over entire mixture.
10. Bake in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through, bubbly and potatoes are browned.
11. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes prior to cutting.
12. Cut into 6 even pieces, and serve.