<p>This decadent Veggie Makhani Shepherd’s Pie has got to be my favorite holiday entree with an Indian twist! With layers of rice in a béchamel sauce, vegetables in a velvety makhani gravy, and spiced potatoes piped on top, this is the ultimate Indian-inspired take on shepherd’s pie! With warm and cozy flavors and a stunning presentation, this is a perfect centerpiece when hosting or as an elegant meal!</p>
<h5><strong>WATCH HOW TO MAKE VEGGIE MAKHANI SHEPHERD&#8217;S PIE:</strong></h5>
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<p><img class="size-full wp-image-16629 aligncenter" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Veggie-Makhani-Shepherds-Pie-1.jpg" alt="Veggie Makhani Shepherds Pie" width="680" height="1024" /></p>
<p>We’ll start our rice and béchamel layer by boiling rice with whole spices until al dente. Then, create a roux with flour and butter and once it’s frothy add in milk and whisk vigorously to get this silky sauce! Fold in blanched spinach, herbs, spices, and give it a mix. Finish with your al dente rice, cheese, and our creamy first layer is ready!</p>
<p>For our fire roasted makhani sauce, roast the tomatoes and red bell pepper until charred and blend all these veggies with cashews into a smooth puree! Transfer this to a pan and add in all our masalas and let this simmer to let those flavors really develop! Now, in go our veggies and paneer, garam masala, kasoori methi, and a splash of cream, and this is done!</p>
<p><img class="size-full wp-image-16631 aligncenter" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Veggie-Makhani-Shepherds-Pie-3.jpg" alt="Veggie Makhani Shepherds Pie" width="680" height="1024" /></p>
<p>For the potato layer, we’ll boil our potatoes with salt and then mash them along with some spices, herbs, and olive oil until super smooth!</p>
<p>Now, it’s time to assemble! In your baking dish, place a layer of the cheesy béchamel rice. Sprinkle a layer of any melty cheese of your choice. Then, in goes our fire-roasted makhani veggies that are slightly smoky and so rich which goes perfectly with the rice! To finish, pipe the mashed potatoes on top for a super pretty look! Bake until golden brown and your holiday dinner is all sorted!</p>
<p><img class="size-full wp-image-16630 aligncenter" src="https://naturallynidhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Veggie-Makhani-Shepherds-Pie-2.jpg" alt="Veggie Makhani Shepherds Pie" width="680" height="1024" /></p>
<p>If you like this, please try my other recipes:</p>
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<li><a class="nounderline" href="https://naturallynidhi.com/mughlai-gobhi-in-walnut-pomegranate-gravy/">Mughlai Gobhi in Walnut Pomegranate Gravy</a></li>
<li><a class="nounderline" href="https://naturallynidhi.com/lasagna-roll-ups-with-truffle-cream/">Lasagna Roll-Ups With Truffle Cream</a></li>
<li><a class="nounderline" href="https://naturallynidhi.com/feta-stuffed-figs-with-saffron-syrup/">Feta-Stuffed Figs With Saffron Syrup</a></li>
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			<div class="wprm-recipe-time"><span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes">15</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes">mins</span></div>
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		<p>Veggie Makhani Shepherd’s Pie — with layers of rice in a béchamel sauce, vegetables in a velvety makhani gravy, and spiced potatoes piped on top, this is the ultimate Indian-inspired take on shepherd’s pie! With warm and cozy flavors and a stunning presentation, this is a perfect centerpiece when hosting or as an elegant meal!</p>	</div>
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					Baked, Dinner, Main Course				</span>
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					British, Fusion, Indian				</span>
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				<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-keyword-name">Keyword:</span>
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					festive, party				</span>
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					Baked, Dinner, Fusion, Main Course, Rice				</span>
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			<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-servings-name">Servings</span>: <span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-servings-16610">8</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-servings-unit"></span>
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			<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-calories-name">Calories</span>: <span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-calories">515</span> <span class="wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit">kcal</span>
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			<span class="wprm-recipe-details-name wprm-recipe-author-name">Author</span>: <span class="wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author">Nidhi Bothra</span>
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		<div class="wprm-recipe-header wprm-color-header">Ingredients</div>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name">Rice:</div>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">rice</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, soaked for 20 minutes</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">inch</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">cinnamon sticks</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">cloves</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">bay leaves</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">½</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2pFYNRI" target="_blank">salt</a></span>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name">Bechamel Sauce (White Sauce) for Rice:</div>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">3</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">butter</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2 1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">all purpose flour</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">3</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cups</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">milk</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, plus ½ cup more to adjust the consistency of rice</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/4</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">spinach</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, chopped and tightly squeezed (frozen or blanched)</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2pFYNRI" target="_blank">salt</a></span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, adjust to taste</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">sugar</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">black pepper</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">italian seasoning</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">shredded cheese</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, I used a mix of mozzarella and parmesan</span>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name">Puree for Makhani Layer:</div>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">3</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">medium</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">tomatoes</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, fire roasted or use store-bought 14 oz canned roasted tomatoes</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">red bell peppers</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, fire roasted or use store-bought charred/fire roasted peppers</span>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">medium</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">onions</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, fire roasted</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">8</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cloves</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">garlic</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, fire roasted</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">green chilies</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, fire roasted</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">cashews</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">inch</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">ginger</span>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name">Vegetables For Makhani Layer:</div>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2/3</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">paneer</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, cubed</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/4</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">broccoli</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">florets, boiled al dente</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/4</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">baby corn</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">mixed color bell peppers</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, cubed</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">oil</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1 1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2Cd0a1v" target="_blank">red chili powder</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2UuxknN" target="_blank">turmeric powder</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2ryYmcS" target="_blank">coriander powder</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2pFYNRI" target="_blank">salt</a></span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, adjust to taste</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">sugar</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2QSV4zt" target="_blank">garam masala</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2BG3W1D" target="_blank">kasoori methi</a></span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">heavy cream</span>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name">Potatoes Layer:</div>
						<ul class="wprm-recipe-ingredients">
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">5</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">medium</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">potatoes</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, peeled and diced, and then boiled with ½ tsp salt</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">italian seasoning</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name"><a href="https://amzn.to/2pFYNRI" target="_blank">salt</a></span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, adjust to taste</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">black pepper</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">2 1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">tbsp</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">extra virgin olive oil</span>
									</li>
							</ul>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name">Assembly:</div>
						<ul class="wprm-recipe-ingredients">
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount">1/2</span>
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit">cup</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">shredded cheese</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, I used a mix of mozzarella and parmesan</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">chives</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, finely chopped</span>
									</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-ingredient">
															<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-name">cilantro</span>
										<span class="wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes">, finely chopped</span>
									</li>
							</ul>
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		<div class="wprm-recipe-header wprm-color-header">Instructions</div>
				<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-group">
						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name">Rice Layer:</div>
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								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Prepare rice by adding soaked rice (soak it for 20 mins) to boiling water with all the whole spices and salt. Make sure that the rice is cooked al dente i.e. only 90% cooked, to prevent the rice from turning mushy during baking. When rice is done, drain the water, discard all the whole spices and keep it aside.</p></div>
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										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Heat butter in a large saucepan and allow it to melt. Add all purpose flour and whisk the mixture so that it becomes frothy with a slight change in color. Gradually whisk in milk, making sure to eliminate lumps from the mixture. Mix in spinach (make sure it&#39;s tightly squeezed to remove all water) and all the spices. Then add in the cooked rice and cheese and fold them in gently. Use 1/2 cup milk (or as needed) to adjust the consistency of rice. Take this off the heat and set aside.</p></div>
														</li>
							</ol>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name">Makhani Veggies Layer:</div>
						<ol class="wprm-recipe-instructions">
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Roast tomatoes, onions, red bell pepper, garlic, and green chilies on medium flame for about 7-10 minutes until charred. Peel the skin of the tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Transfer these roasted veggies to a blender along with ginger and cashews and blend into a smooth paste.</p></div>
														</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>In a pan, heat oil and add in our puree and all our spices (expect kasoori methi and garam masala). Let this cook covered on medium heat for 6-8 minutes.</p></div>
														</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Now, add in the paneer, vegetables, heavy cream, kasoori methi, and garam masala. Give this a gentle mix and take this off the heat. It&#39;s important not to overcook this as we want the vegetables to stay crisp.</p></div>
														</li>
							</ol>
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				<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-group">
						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name">Mashed Potatoes Layer:</div>
						<ol class="wprm-recipe-instructions">
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Bring water to a boil on medium heat and add in your diced and peeled poatoes and salt. Boil this for about 15 minutes until fork tender. </p></div>
														</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Drain the potatoes thoroughly and transfer to a bowl. Using a potato ricer or strainer to mash the potatoes into a smooth, silky paste.</p></div>
														</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Mix in all the spices and your olive oil. Transfer this to a piping bag with any nozzle of your choice (I used a star nozzle). If you don&#39;t want to pipe the potatoes, you can spread them directly when assembling.</p></div>
														</li>
							</ol>
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						<div class="wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name">Assemble:</div>
						<ol class="wprm-recipe-instructions">
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Take a baking dish (I used a 12"; oval shaped) and place a layer of your rice. Level this gently and add a layer of cheese. Then, add a layer of your makhani vegetables and make sure this is level. On the top, pipe your mashed potatoes. </p></div>
														</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Bake at 350℉/180℃ in a pre-heated oven for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes start to turn slightly golden brown. Finish by broiling for 5 minutes to get some more color on the potatoes. Be sure to check in between and not burn the tops of the potatoes.</p></div>
														</li>
								<li class="wprm-recipe-instruction">
										<div class="wprm-recipe-instruction-text"><p>Garnish with chives and cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!</p></div>
														</li>
							</ol>
		</div>
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		<h3 class="wprm-recipe-header">Recipe Video</h3>
		<span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><amp-youtube data-videoid="WCrQW1m9W7E" data-param-rel="0" data-param-showsearch="0" data-param-showinfo="1" data-param-iv_load_policy="1" data-param-fs="1" data-param-hl="en-US" data-param-autohide="2" data-param-wmode="transparent" width="840" height="473" layout="responsive"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCrQW1m9W7E" placeholder><amp-img src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WCrQW1m9W7E/hqdefault.jpg" alt="YouTube Poster" layout="fill" object-fit="cover"><noscript><img src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WCrQW1m9W7E/hqdefault.jpg" loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="YouTube Poster"></noscript></amp-img></a></amp-youtube></span>	</div>
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		<div class="wprm-recipe-header wprm-color-header">Recipe Notes</div>
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<li>You can prepare this in advance. Just cover and keep it in the fridge, and bake when you are ready to serve.</li>
</ul>
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		<div id="recipe-16610-nutrition" class="wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container"><div class="wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-label" style="text-align: left;"><div class="wprm-nutrition-label" style="background-color: #ffffff;color: #000000;">
	<div class="nutrition-title">Nutrition Facts</div>
	<div class="nutrition-recipe">Veggie Makhani Shepherd&#039;s Pipe</div>
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					Amount Per Serving						</div>
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		<span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Calories</strong> 515</span>
				<span class="nutrition-percentage">Calories from Fat 225</span>
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		<span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>% Daily Value*</strong></span>
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	<div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-fat"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Fat</strong> 25g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>38%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-saturated_fat"><span class="nutrition-sub">Saturated Fat 11g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>69%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-trans_fat"><span class="nutrition-sub">Trans Fat 0.3g</span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-polyunsaturated_fat"><span class="nutrition-sub">Polyunsaturated Fat 2g</span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-monounsaturated_fat"><span class="nutrition-sub">Monounsaturated Fat 9g</span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-cholesterol"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Cholesterol</strong> 46mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>15%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-sodium"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Sodium</strong> 937mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>41%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-potassium"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Potassium</strong> 990mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>28%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-carbohydrates"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Carbohydrates</strong> 60g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>20%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-fiber"><span class="nutrition-sub">Fiber 6g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>25%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-sub-item nutrition-item-sugar"><span class="nutrition-sub">Sugar 11g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>12%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-protein"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Protein</strong> 15g</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>30%</strong></span></div>			<div class="nutrition-line nutrition-line-big"></div>
	<div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-vitamin_a"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Vitamin A</strong> 1506IU</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>30%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-vitamin_c"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Vitamin C</strong> 65mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>79%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-calcium"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Calcium</strong> 323mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>32%</strong></span></div><div class="nutrition-item nutrition-item-iron"><span class="nutrition-main"><strong>Iron</strong> 2mg</span><span class="nutrition-percentage"><strong>11%</strong></span></div>		<div class="nutrition-warning">* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.</div>
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Veggie Makhani Shepherd’s Pie
