Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup frozen peas and carrots
1 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared from scratch or store-bought)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the mixture thickens.
- Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top.
- If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mashed potatoes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
enjoy!