Haggis And Sweet Potato Cottage Pie
A comforting, single-serving twist on a UK classic featuring savory haggis topped with a velvety, mashed sweet potato crust. It is a hearty, deeply satisfying dinner that comes together in one pan with minimal fuss.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet
Time saver
Measure everything before you start so this quick recipe moves without pauses.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your grill (broiler) to a high setting.
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your grill (broiler) to a high…
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Preheat your grill (broiler) to a high…
Preheat your grill (broiler) to a high setting.
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Place a small
Place a small, oven-safe frying pan or skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced haggis and use a wooden spoon to break it up as it cooks. Stir frequently for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until the haggis is heated through and lightly browned.
Look for: the haggis is heated through and lightly browned
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Place the cubed sweet potato into a…
While the haggis cooks, place the cubed sweet potato into a microwave-safe bowl with one tablespoon of water. Cover with a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the sweet potato is completely fork-tender.
Look for: the sweet potato is completely fork-tender
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Carefully drain any excess water from the…
Carefully drain any excess water from the sweet potato bowl. Add the olive oil, a small pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper, then mash with a fork until smooth and creamy.
Look for: smooth and creamy
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Spread the hot haggis into an even…
Spread the hot haggis into an even layer in the bottom of your oven-safe skillet.
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Spoon the mashed sweet potato over the…
Spoon the mashed sweet potato over the top of the haggis, spreading it gently with the back of a spoon to cover the filling entirely. Rough up the surface with a fork to create textured ridges that will catch the heat.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Place the skillet under the hot grill…
Place the skillet under the hot grill for 3 to 4 minutes, keeping a close eye on it, until the sweet potato ridges are golden brown and lightly crisped.
Look for: the sweet potato ridges are golden brown and lightly crisped
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Remove carefully from the grill using oven…
Remove carefully from the grill using oven mitts. Let cool for 2 minutes before serving directly from the pan.
Allow: 2 minutes
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