Bean Shepherd's Pie (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 3 tablespoons olive oil.
02 - 1 cup onion, diced.
03 - 1 cup carrots, diced.
04 - 1/2 cup celery, sliced.
05 - 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced.
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced.
07 - 1/2 cup red wine.
08 - 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar.
09 - 3 tablespoons tomato paste.
10 - 2 cups vegetable broth.
11 - 1 can white beans, drained.
12 - Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley).
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
15 - 1 bay leaf.
16 - 1 1/2 cups frozen vegetables.
17 - 2 pounds potatoes, peeled, chopped.
18 - 3 tablespoons butter.
19 - 1/4 cup sour cream.
20 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
21 - 3/4 cup white cheddar cheese.

# Instructions:

01 - Boil potatoes until soft. Mash with butter, sour cream, and add cheese.
02 - Sauté vegetables until soft. Add garlic. Add wine and vinegar. Cook down liquid.
03 - Add broth, beans, and herbs. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add frozen vegetables.
04 - Layer filling in a dish, top with potatoes, and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Broil for 1-3 minutes until golden.

# Notes:

01 - Make ahead friendly.
02 - Freezes well.
03 - Great winter meal.
04 - Can skip mushrooms.
05 - Customizable vegetables.
06 - Naturally gluten-free.