Jan 16, 2012

Shepard's Pie

Recipe from Jacey Sakoff

1 (22 oz) pkg frozen mashed potatoes (can make fresh, if desired)
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 can carrots
1 can green beans
2 tbls flour
2 tsp salt, divided
½ tsp pepper, divided
1 cup beef broth
1 egg, lightly beaten
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley (opt)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Cook potatoes according to pkg directions, set aside.  Brown beef and onion in large skillet over medium-high heat until done.  Drain and return to skillet.  Add carrots, flour, 1 tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper, and broth.  Cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.  Spoon mixture into lightly greased 11x7-inch baking dish.    Stir together potatoes, egg, 1 tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper.  Spoon over beef mixture.  Bake for 25 minutes.  Sprinkle with cheese and bake 5 more minutes.  Garnish if desired.  Serves 6.