Ingredients
For the meat mixture
- 1 pound ground beef You can also use ground turkey as a lighter option.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adjust depending on your garlic preference.
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) Feel free to substitute with fresh vegetables.
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth Can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the topping
- 3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared from about 3 large potatoes) Use pre-made mashed potatoes for convenience.
- 2 tablespoons butter Dotted on top for richness.
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) For added flavor if desired.
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables, tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the prepared mashed potatoes, spreading them to cover the filling completely.
- Dot the mashed potatoes with butter and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese if desired.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g
Notes
For quicker preparation, use pre-made mashed potatoes. This dish can be easily adapted with different vegetables. For vegetarian variations, replace ground beef with lentils or mushrooms.
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