Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey thighs
- 1 Tbsp dried rosemary
- 1 Tbsp dried thyme
- 1 Tbsp dried sage
- 1 Tbsp plus 1 tsp sea salt, divided
- 1 leek, half moon sliced
- 1 stalk celery, small diced
- 2 carrots, small dices
- 1 parsnip, peeled and small diced
- 1 cup homemade chicken or vegetable stock – divided
- 1 bag organic green peas
- 1/2 bunch parsley, chopped
- 2 large white sweet potatoes, peeled, and steamed until tender
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh sage
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 3 Tbsp ghee, divided
Procedure
- Gather a large skillet and add a small amount of chicken broth, about 1/4 cup. Add ground turkey, 2 tsp sea salt, herbs leeks, carrots, celery, parsnip, cook until meat is done. Add green peas and parsley set aside.
- Steam the sweet potatoes until tender – about 15 min. Transfer to a food processor and add 1/2 cup chicken broth, 2 tbsp ghee, fresh herbs and 1-2 tsp sea salt. Process until smooth. You may need to do this step in batches depending on the size of the food processor. Taste and adjust for seasonings.
- Place meat/vegetable mixture into a casserole dish and press down evenly. Top with sweet potato mash. Top with green onions and serve.
Nutrition Tip
Rosemary is a phenomenal super herb. Below is a list of all the reasons to add rosemary into your diet!
Antioxidant properties: Rosemary contains antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Anti-inflammatory effects: Rosemary has anti-inflammatory effects that may help reduce pain and swelling in conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Improved digestion: Rosemary may stimulate digestive enzymes and improve digestion, helping to relieve symptoms like bloating and constipation.
Boosts the immune system: Rosemary contains compounds like carnosic acid and rosmarinic acid that have been shown to have antimicrobial and antiviral effects, helping to boost the immune system.
Enhances memory and concentration: Rosemary has been shown to improve memory and concentration by increasing blood flow to the brain.
Skin care: Rosemary oil has antiseptic and antimicrobial properties, making it a popular ingredient in skin care products for the treatment of acne and other skin conditions.
Hair care: Rosemary oil is also used to improve hair health, as it can help to stimulate hair growth and reduce hair loss.