Glorified Ratatouille Shepherd’s Pie

Vegetarian Times Issue: February 1, 2006   p.73

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375F. Grease large, deep pie pan or medium-sized casserole.
2. Put potatoes in medium saucepan, and add enough salted water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, until tender.
3. Meanwhile, warm olive oil in large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes. Add eggplant and zucchini, and cook, partially covered and stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes. Add mushrooms, peas and garlic, and cook, partially covered and stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add tomato paste; cook 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, vinegar, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, and cook gently, partially covered, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer mixture to prepared pie pan.
4. Drain potatoes, and mash, gradually adding soymilk and canola oil as you mash. Spread evenly over filling. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until bubbling hot. Cool at least 5 minutes before serving.