ground beef shepherd's pie

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup green beans
• 1 cup tomatoes, diced
• 2 potatoes, cooked and mashed
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Recipe

Preparation Time: 25 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• preheat oven to 350 degree f (175 degree c). coat a 2 quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
• heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook onion in oil for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in the ground beef and basil, and cook and stir for 5 more minutes. mix in the garlic, green beans, and tomatoes, and simmer for 5 minutes. transfer beef mixture to prepared dish.
• in a mixing bowl, mix together the mashed potatoes, egg, and water. spread evenly over meat mixture.
• bake in a preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes start to brown on top. sprinkle with cheese, and continue cooking for 5 minutes.