Cheesy Beef and Veggie Shepherd's Pie

A comforting and flavorful twist on the classic, this Cheesy Beef and Veggie Shepherd's Pie features a layer of seasoned ground beef and mixed veggies topped with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheddar cheese. It's a hearty and delicious one-dish meal that will satisfy your cravings.
ingredients
- 1/2 (13oz) box of mashed potatoes (plus the ingredients required to make them on the box-- butter, milk & salt)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (12oz) bag frozen mixed veggies
- 1 (10.75oz) can tomato soup
- 1 (1.5oz) packet of beef stew seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
- 2.
Prepare the mashed potatoes according to the package directions (about half of a 13 ounce box; more if you like a lot of potatoes or are feeding a large family).
- 3.
Meanwhile, brown the ground beef on medium heat in a large skillet; drain any excess grease.
- 4.
Add the can of tomato soup, frozen mixed veggies, beef stew seasoning mix, and 1/2 cup of water to the browned beef; stir and simmer for 5-10 minutes on low heat.
- 5.
Spread the ground beef mixture onto the bottom of a greased 9x13 baking dish, evenly spread the prepared mashed potatoes over top, and then sprinkle with cheese.
- 6.
Bake uncovered in the center rack for about 30 minutes, or until the cheese starts to brown.