Easy Shepherd's Pie
 
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Recipe type: Main Dish
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1-1/2 lbs ground beef
  • ½ large onion, chopped
  • 2 tsp minced garlic (2 cloves)
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 3 Tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-1/2 cups beef broth
  • 2 Tbsp flour
  • 1 24-oz package refrigerated mashed potatoes
  • 1-1/2 cups Italian or Fiesta blend shredded cheese (optional)
  • Parsley (to sprinkle on top)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 13x9” baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until almost browned. Drain.
  3. Add onions and garlic and saute until onion is tender, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add mixed vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, tomato paste, and salt and pepper. Cook, stiring until paste is fully incorporated.
  5. Meanwhile, place the mashed potatoes in the microwave and cook for 1 minute. Remove and stir slightly; cook for an additional minute to soften.
  6. In a medium bowl, whisk together the broth and flour. Add it to the beef mixture and heat to boiling, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
  7. Spread beef mixture into baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes over the beef and sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes or until potatoes are golden and cheese is bubbly.
Recipe by Simple, Sweet & Savory at https://www.simplesweetsavory.com/easy-shepherds-pie/