7.16.2009

Shepherd's Pie

2 pounds ground beef
1 Tbs. dry, minced onion
1 Tbs. tomato paste
2 Tbs. flour
1 cup beef broth
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. thyme
dash of garlic powder

Topping:
5 medium-sized potatoes
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
Cheese

Fry ground beef and onions. Blend in tomato paste, flour, beef broth, and seasonings. Cook, stirring, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in corn and cook 10 minutes. Cook and mash potatoes (with milk and salt) then spread over meat mixture in casserole dish. Sprinkle cheese on top. Bake uncovered at 350° for 30 to 35 minutes.