shepherds pie - quick and easy

Name: SHEPHERDS PIE - Quick and Easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pound(s) ground beef; 1 medium onion; 2 teaspoon(s) minced garlic; 1 can(s) green beans; 1 package(s) taco seasoning mix; 1/2 cup(s) water; 2 cup(s) cheddar cheese; 3 cup(s) mashed potatoes

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Ruthann Cook

Three Rivers, MI

Updated on Feb 9, 2016

This is my twist on a recipe I found from Taste of Home. I have added green beans (you can use whatever vegetable you would like) and I cook in a cast iron skillet for better flavor. My husband devours this - he is a real meat and potato man! It is always a good meal for cold weather too!

Rate

prep time 20 Min

cook time 5 Min

method Stove Top

yield approx. 6

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 can green beans
1 package taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
2 cups cheddar cheese
3 cups mashed potatoes

How To Make shepherds pie - quick and easy

Step 1

Brown the ground beef in a large skillet (I use a cast iron one) with the chopped onion and minced garlic. Break apart the beef into crumbles while cooking. Drain.

Step 2

Get mashed potatoes ready. Whether they are left overs, instant, or just prepared add 1 cup of the cheese to the warmed potatoes and set aside.
Step 3

After draining the ground beef add water and taco mix in the pan and mix well. Add green beans and the remaining cheese. Warm through.
Step 4

Top the beef mixture with the mashed potatoes and spread evenly.
Step 5

Place under the broiler 5"-6" from element. Brown for 5-6 minutes.
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