tempeh "shepardess pie"

I had tried tempeh years ago, and had not been too keen on the flavour... but decided to give it another shot.
tempeh is much higher in fiber and slightly higher in protein and other nutrients than tofu. it has what is often described as an "earthy" or "nutty" flavour.
I have basically no experience with tempeh, so i took this recipe directly from the Veganomicon with no additions (except for some grated carrot...)

directly out of the oven...


plated with a bit of italian parsley.


the verdict:
ok, so the shepardess pie was pretty good, but i have to say that i am still not particularly crazy for tempeh. i think that it has more to do with the texture than the flavour (??) maybe. i can't quite put my finger on it.
my husband jake, however, thought that it was great.
i don't know...
perhaps i will try it again in the future in a different incarnation, but for now, tempeh will not be making a permanent home in my kitchen.