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This spin on stuffed potatoes makes for a filling meal. Serve with a green salad alongside it, and satisfaction is guaranteed even for hearty appetites.—Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
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Nutritional Facts 1 stuffed potato equals 986 calories, 56 g fat (32 g saturated fat), 183 mg cholesterol, 1,066 mg sodium, 86 g carbohydrate, 11 g fiber, 37 g protein.
Originally published as Shepherd’s Pie Twice-Baked Potatoes in Country Woman April/May 2011, p34
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Reviewed on Mar. 05, 2013 by cdhall2448
As with any recipe that looks yummy to me, I tweaked this to make it healthier but still tasty! Any one that's half a cook would know how. Too bad there are some lousy cooks that didn't so gave this a bad rating!:(
Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2013 by mtgirlkrissy
I can not believe how rude people think its ok to be when it's on the Internet and not to someone's face. If you don't want to make it, then don't. Why comment at all?
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2012 by ilka896
It was very good. I put my own little twist in the meat, just my own spices that I like and it was very good.
Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2012 by Taximommy58
I just read this recipe and realized that I have ground lamb in the freezer (from a local organic producer) and can't wait to try this! I may use lighter versions of some ingredients and fresh veggies instead of frozen, but his sounds delish! And again, it is the main meal, not a side dish.
Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2012 by vieux
I believe that what some of the naysayers commenting haven't realized is that this dish is served as a main course served with a side Ie a salad. It is not a side in itself.
" A heart attack waiting to happen". So is life; get over it and get on with it. For those that want someone to lighten it up, don't be so lazy and do that yourselves. Do you think the government should do it for you or do I smell a lawsuit coming?Excellent as it stands but I will use ground lamb next time as suggested by another reviewer. (not arguing the difference between shepherd's and cottage pie - I just like the flavour of lamb better)
" A heart attack waiting to happen". So is life; get over it and get on with it. For those that want someone to lighten it up, don't be so lazy and do that yourselves. Do you think the government should do it for you or do I smell a lawsuit coming?
Excellent as it stands but I will use ground lamb next time as suggested by another reviewer. (not arguing the difference between shepherd's and cottage pie - I just like the flavour of lamb better)
Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2012 by debs951
I couldn't agree more with Chef_Dad! Too many people willing to make negative comments! TOH doesn't have to cater only to low fat eaters, or diabetics, or carb counters (etc.) Make adjustments to the recipe as you see fit and stop complaining! By the way, I think the recipe sounds delicious - and dianeivie: until you can spell "potato" correctly you have bigger worries than a calorie count.
Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2012 by Chef_Dad
Would you people give it up already with the comments about the nutrition of the recipe. If you think it's not healthy then DON'T MAKE IT! Stop "reviewing" a recipe you're never going to try.
Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2012 by pokeydough
a heart attack waiting to happen...good God, look at the calorie count! & the sodium!!!
Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2012 by pammat
Carbs, Fat, Cholesterol, Sodium, are you kidding? Lighten up!
Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2012 by DeltaJoy
Looking at the calorie count I would NOT make this recipe. Smarten it up and I'll try it.
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by cbessonen
I was really excited when I saw this was a recipe for Shepherd's Pie. Unfortunately, it turned out to be COTTAGE pie. Shepherd's pie is made with lamb (thus the name) while cottage pie is made with ground beef. Still tasty. Maybe I'll try it with ground lamb next time.
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by rosiecooks
This is a Rx for a heart attack in a plate!
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by Aindia
Not made it, but it sounds good! The calories are high yes, but I'm sure you can substitute low fat milk for the heavy cream, use margarine instead of butter, low fat/low cal sour cream and reduce the amount of cheese. I may have to try this now :D
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by EDoreenM
This sounded really good, but when I looked at the nutrition information I almost had a heart attack! This is definitely is a recipe that needs to be made over by TOH!
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by pat robertson
The list of ingredients is intimidating! The calorie count is 2/3 of what I eat in a day. I made one recipe with all ingredients & no substitutions & my non picky husband said not to bother with it again
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by dianeivie
This sounds really good, but @ 936 calories per potatoe?? Won't consider it.
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by tjkp10
it need to cut down on the carb and omg the calorie is high. it could cut in half.
Reviewed on Mar. 08, 2012 by dovecanyon
Instead of mashing the potato pulp I left it "chunky" and lightly tossed it with the butter, then gently mixed it into the meat mixture, omitting the cream and sour cream. I then used this to stuff the potato shells, topping with cheese as per the recipe. It was very good.
Reviewed on May. 24, 2011 by olga00_2001
When dinner time came I was too busy to make the twice-baked potatos, so I just made mashed instead, transferred the meat mix to a casserole dish and topped with potatos and cheese. This is my favorite combo of spices for a sheperd's pie.
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