Reviewed: Jan. 30, 2008

This ended up being a very bland recipe. I've always been vegetarian and have never tried a meat shepherd's pie (or any other one) before, but even my husband who's had shepard's pie hated this one. Needed more flavor...

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sunwind

Reviewed: Mar. 15, 2007

This is now a staple recipe at my place. Friends and co-workers like it, meat eaters included. i've never made it without someone genuinely wanting the recipe, though i do it without walnuts because I don't like them and I use my favourite mashed potato recipe for the topping which includes cream cheese and butter if i'm feeling indulgent.

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brady-licious

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Jan. 14, 2007

I like it! My bf wanted to make some toast and we all agreed a steak would be nice alongside, but I really enjoyed this! Thank you! I did have to add a dollop of butter to go with those spuds, but other than that (and the prepackaged potatos) this was a healthy and easy dish that I will make again!

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roxanapeace

Cooking Level: Beginning

Home Town: Baker, California, USA

Living In: Spokane, Washington, USA

Reviewed: Oct. 2, 2006

This was just ok, the potatoes on top were skimpy, and the filling took too many pots to make. May try it again with more mashed potatoes, and streamlined directions.

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Mallow1

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Vancouver, Washington, USA

Reviewed: Jul. 2, 2006

Very good and simple. I took the advice of others and cooked lentils/barley for 15 then added carrots and onions to the same pot. Came out great. Also added a bay leaf and oregeno to the lentil mixture and cheese between the mixture and mashed pots. My husband had 3 helpings! Note: if you have a family that likes large servings then double the recipe amounts.

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deesnyder

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: May 17, 2006

We have updated this recipe to clarify the yeast extract spread ingredient.

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the allrecipes staff

Home Town: Seattle, Washington, USA

Reviewed: May 14, 2006

I couldn't get over how good this was. I couldn't get the yeast spread either, but I mixed a little warm water with dry yeast and then measured out the right amount. I also substituted 2 yams and 1 red potato for the topping. I also added a little water after the lental/ barley mixture had cooked for a bit. Thanks for wonderful veg dish.

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CATHRN

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Mar. 26, 2006

This is a winner!! It is a vegetarian comfort food. The only change that I made was to leave out the walnuts (not fond of walnuts). Other than that, follow the recipe and get ready for a delicious, warm, yummy meal that really hits the spot.

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ProLifeGoddess

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 30, 2005

Even my husband who loves meat liked this one!

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rspagnolo

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2005

This recipe has great potential with a little doctoring. I added celery and wished afterwards that I had also put in some garlic and herbs. It does require a lot of pots, but is pretty simple to put together. More vegetable broth was needed.

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