Weekly Recipe
Ground Beef Shepherd's Pie
Pantry Ingredients
Ground beef: 1 pound.
Instant mashed potatoes: 1 pouch (makes 4 servings, prepared with water/butter).
Canned mixed vegetables: 1 can (peas, carrots, corn), drained.
Canned beef gravy: 1 can (or 1 packet of dry gravy mix mixed with water).
Seasonings: Salt, pepper, and onion powder to taste.
Simple Instructions
Brown beef: Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
Drain fat: Tilt the pan to pour off excess grease safely.
Season meat: Stir in salt, pepper, and onion powder.
Add fillings: Stir in the drained vegetables and the can of gravy.
Simmer base: Let the meat mixture bubble for 3 minutes on low heat.
Make potatoes: Prepare the instant mashed potatoes according to the packet.
Layer dish: Spread the meat mixture flat in the pan or a baking dish.
Top and serve: Spoon the mashed potatoes over the meat, smooth it down, and eat.
💡Easy Cooking Tips No oven required:
You can assemble and serve this right out of a single skillet on a hot plate. Microwave method: Layer the meat, veggies, and potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 3 minutes. Potato alternative: Use regular canned potatoes, mash them with a fork, and spread them on top. Stretch the beef: Add a drained can of lentils or brown beans to the meat mixture to double the portions. Crispy top: If you have a toaster oven, toast the assembled dish for 5 minutes to brown the potatoes.