CrzyFrnchy's Notes:
Expand4 tablespoons chopped onion (about 1/2 medium spanish onion) Ask a question about this ingredient
3 cloves garlic, minced Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient
1 8 oz can tomato sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
1 6 oz can tomato paste Ask a question about this ingredient
1 tablespoon worcestshire sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons brown sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
4 pounds sweet potatoes Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 pound ground beef Ask a question about this ingredient
4-6 slices bacon (to taste - turkey or pork) Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons chili powder Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons cumin Ask a question about this ingredient
salt and pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Ask a question about this ingredient
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and place potatoes on a baking sheet. Let potatoes roast for about 20-30 minutes until very soft.
Ask a question about this stepLine a baking sheet with parchament paper and place bacon strips on top. Place in oven about 15-20 mins until crispy.
Ask a question about this stepMeanwhile, make the BBQ Sauce: heat the olive oil in a sauce pan and add onions and garlic. Cook until onions begin to soften, about 5 mins. Add all remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Lower heat and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
Ask a question about this stepHeat skillet on medium heat and cook beef, breaking up as it cooks. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder and cumin. When meat is almost done cooking add as much BBQ sauce as desired. Reserve the rest of the sauce for another use.
Ask a question about this stepRemove potatoes from oven, peel, and mash with fork for chunkier texture or immersion blender for smoother texture. Remove bacon from oven and cut into small pieces.
Ask a question about this stepLayer meat mixture in the bottom of a 9X13 baking dish. Sprinkle with bacon. Layer mashed pototoes on top and sprinkle with sheet. Return to oven for about 15 minutes until cheese is melted and dish is heated through. Serve hot.
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Selmelier works at Meadow, a shop that specializes in salt.
I have never really liked Shepherd's pie, but this recipe sounds delicious. Sweet potatoes, chili powder, and bacon? This recipe may just convert me.