Quick facts
- Protein1 can Keystone All-Natural Turkey (28 oz), drained
- Bake400°F for 25 minutes
- Topping2lb Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, 1 stick butter
- Fat2 Tbsp beef tallow
- Canned turkey shelf life5 years as advertised, longer stored cool and dark with no dents or rust
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Thanksgiving flavors don’t have to be confined to just one day. This Thanksgiving Turkey Shepherd’s Pie is a hearty meal with the flavors of the season in one dish. Keystone’s All-Natural Turkey in a 28 oz can keeps the recipe quick without giving up quality.
Keystone’s All-Natural Turkey in a 28 oz can has a long shelf life, so it belongs in any food storage or self-managed insurance plan. Shelf life of 5 years as advertised but I'll tell ya, when stored in a cool, dark place, with NO dents or rust, you're going to have a reliable source of protein that can be readily accessed in an emergency or used in everyday meals for much longer than 5 years.
Canned meats like this turkey need no refrigeration and keep their quality for years, which makes them a good base for a food supply. Shelf-stable items like Keystone turkey cover you in a disruption and still work for regular meals.
Potato Topping
- 2lb Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 1 stick (8 Tbsp) Butter
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 3/4 tsp Salt
- Shredded Cheese (optional)
Meat Filling
- 2 Tbsp Beef Tallow
- 1 small Yellow Onion, diced -or- 2 Tbsp Dried Minced Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced -or- 1 tsp minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Flour
- 1 cup Beef Broth
- 2 tsp Dried Parsley
- 1/2 tsp Ground Thyme -or- Poultry Seasoning
- 3/4 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1 can Green Beans, drained
- 1 can Corn Kernels, drained
- 1 can Keystone All-Natural Turkey (28 oz), drained and roughly shredded
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Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Thanksgiving Shepherd’s Pie
Start by boiling the potatoes until fork-tender. This is the topping for your shepherd’s pie.
While the potatoes are boiling, begin by sautéing the onions and garlic for 1-2 minutes in tallow over med-high heat. Tallow adds a rich, savory flavor. Once fragrant, reduce heat to medium and sprinkle in the flour, stirring to make a roux. Gradually add the beef broth, stirring until you achieve a smooth gravy. Add parsley, salt, pepper, and thyme for depth.
Open up your can of Keystone All-Natural Turkey. The turkey is already cooked and tender, so it saves time and goes straight in. Drain the water from the turkey and add the it, along with your cans of corn and green beans, to the gravy mixture, stirring until well-combined. Remove from heat.
When the potatoes are ready, mash them together with butter, garlic, and salt for added flavor. The result should be a smooth, creamy mash that will spread easily over the meat mixture.
Move the filling to a baking dish, or leave it in the pan if the pan is oven-safe. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top and smooth with a spoon. Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes. If you want cheese, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, then return it to the oven until melted.
Why Use Keystone All-Natural Turkey?
Keystone’s canned turkey is all-natural, lean protein with no preservatives, good for meals where time is short. It works in this shepherd’s pie and stores in the pantry for quick meals through the year.
This shepherd’s pie gives you Thanksgiving flavors any time of year from a can of Keystone turkey and a few pantry ingredients.
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What can I make with keystone canned turkey?
A turkey shepherd's pie. Drain and roughly shred one 28 oz can of Keystone All-Natural Turkey, fold it into a beef tallow and beef broth gravy with canned corn and green beans, then top it with mashed potatoes and bake.
What's the recipe for turkey shepherd's pie?
Boil 2lb of potatoes. Saute onion and garlic in 2 Tbsp beef tallow, stir in 2 Tbsp flour, then 1 cup beef broth, and season with parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the drained turkey, corn, and green beans, top with potatoes mashed with 1 stick of butter, and bake at 400°F for 25 minutes.
How long does keystone canned turkey last?
The advertised shelf life is 5 years. In my experience, cans stored in a cool, dark place with no dents or rust stay a reliable protein source for much longer than 5 years.
Can I make shepherd's pie from canned food storage?
Yes. The filling uses one 28 oz can of Keystone turkey, a can of green beans, a can of corn, beef broth, and pantry seasonings, and you can swap in 2 Tbsp dried minced onion for the fresh onion. Only the topping needs 2lb of potatoes and a stick of butter.
How long do I bake shepherd's pie?
Bake it at 400°F for 25 minutes once the mashed potatoes are spread over the filling. If you want cheese, sprinkle shredded cheese on top afterward and return it to the oven until melted.
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