Keto Shepherd's Pie (Cauliflower Mash)

Ingredients

• •1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets (net carbs →)
• •4 tablespoons butter, divided (net carbs →)
• •1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (net carbs →)
• •1/4 cup heavy cream (net carbs →)
• •1 1/2 pounds ground beef (net carbs →)
• •1 small onion, diced (net carbs →)
• •2 cloves garlic, minced (net carbs →)
• •1 cup diced mushrooms (net carbs →)
• •1 cup chopped green beans (net carbs →)
• •2 tablespoons tomato paste (net carbs →)
• •1 cup beef broth (net carbs →)
• •1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (net carbs →)
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Steam the cauliflower until very tender, then drain and pat dry.
2. 2Mash the cauliflower with 2 tablespoons of butter, the cheddar, and the heavy cream until smooth. Season with salt and set aside.
3. 3In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, then push it to the side and add the remaining butter, onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes.
4. 4Stir in the green beans, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire, salt, and thyme, and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens.
5. 5Spread the meat filling into a baking dish and top evenly with the cauliflower mash.
6. 6Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, then broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the top is golden. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.