Mashed Potato Beef Casserole
Ingredients
2 bacon strips, diced
1 lb ground beef
1 lg onion, finely chopped
1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 lg carrot,finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 c beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp dried tarragon
1/4 tsp pepper
3 c hot mashed potatoes
3/4 c shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Paprika
Instructions
In a skillet, coook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 1 tsp drippings. Set bacon aside. Cook beef in drippings over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Toss onion, mushrooms, carrot and celery in flour; add to skillet with the broth, Worcestershire sauce, tarragon and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add bacon; transferto a greased 2-qt baking dish. Combine potatoes and 1/2 cup of cheese; spread over beef mixture. Sprinle with paprika and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Broil 4 in from the heat for 5 minutes or until bubbly. Yield - 4-6 servings.