Hearty Lentil & Mushroom Shepherd's Pie Recipe - (4.5/5)

Ingredients

• 8 large or 10 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
• 2 tablespoons vegan buttery spread
• 1/2 cup rice milk or other non-dairy milk
• Salt, to taste, if desired
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 ounces cremini or baby bella mushrooms, diced small
• 2 (15-ounce) cans lentils, lightly drained
• 2 tablespoons dry red wine, optional
• 1 to 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos
• 2 to 3 teaspoons seasoning blend
• 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot
• 8 to 10 ounces baby spinach or arugula leaves
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 1 cup bread crumbs or ground nuts