Slow Cooker Christmas Leftover Shepherd's Pie

The Slow Cooker Christmas Leftover Shepherd's Pie is the ultimate Boxing Day recipe for making the most of your Christmas Day leftovers! Using the best slow cooker, like the Morphy Richards slow cooker, this dish turns your leftover turkey, vegetables, and gravy into a delicious, comforting shepherd's pie. The slow cooking process lets all the flavours blend together perfectly, creating a rich and hearty meal. It's a simple and tasty way to repurpose your festive leftovers, making it the perfect dish to enjoy with family and friends on Boxing Day! 

Ingredients: 

• Leftover roast turkey (shredded)
• Leftover vegetables (carrots, peas, Brussels sprouts, etc.)
• 1 cup leftover gravy
• 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 small onion (diced)
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup chicken or turkey stock
• 1 tsp dried thyme (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste 

Method: 

Step 1:  In the slow cooker, combine the shredded leftover turkey, leftover vegetables, diced onion, and garlic. Add the frozen peas, gravy, and chicken or turkey stock. Stir everything together and season with salt, pepper, and thyme.

Step 2: Set the slow cooker on low for 3-4 hours, allowing all the flavours to blend together and the filling to heat through.

Step 3: Once the filling is ready, spread the leftover mashed potatoes evenly over the top of the turkey and vegetable mixture in the slow cooker. Use a spoon to smooth the potatoes out, making sure to cover the filling completely.

Step 4: Cover and cook on low for another 30-45 minutes, until the mashed potato topping is heated through and slightly golden on top.

Serve5: Once done, serve your hearty Boxing Day shepherd’s pie with a side of cranberry sauce or gravy.

Recipe inspired by BBCGoodFood.