Chilean Shepherd's Pie

1-2 T Olive Oil
1/2 lb ground turkey
1 small onion
2 T minced garlic
2 T cumin
1/4 t cinnamon
1/4 t allspice
dash of nutmeg
dash of cloves
salt and pepper to taste
1/3 cup (ish) raisins or craisins (optional)
3 medium or 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled
a little milk
1 t garlic powder
salt and pepper

Top with:
Parmesan cheese
dried parsley flakes

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400
2. Boil sweet potatoes until fork tender
3. While potatoes boil, heat olive oil in skillet and saute garlic and onion. Add turkey and first 6 spices and cook thoroughly. (At this point, any other fresh or frozen vegetables of your choice, may be added and heated through.) Throw in the raisins and heat for last minute of cooking.
4.Drain and mash sweet potatoes along with milk, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to your liking. Potatoes should be smooth, yet slightly chunky.
5. Layer turkey mixture in the bottom of an 8x8 baking dish, followed by sweet potatoes, and topped with parmesan cheese and parsley flakes. Bake for about 15-20 minutes.

Note: This recipe is very versatile, spices can be added, removed, or changed to whatever you like. Also, don't be afraid to be creative and try adding different veggies. Enjoy!