Shepherd’s Pie (MOM)

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  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tbsp. shortening
  • 1 tbsp. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • dash of pepper and paprika
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup cooked carrots
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1/2 cup cooked celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
  • 3 cups seasoned hot mashed potatoes
  1. Saute ground beef, green pepper and onion in shortening until meat is browned and pepper tender; drain off any excess fat
  2. Sprinkle next four ingredients in
  3. Stir in tomato sauce, water (use flour to thicken), carrots, peas, celery and mushrooms
  4. Combine well and cook until mixture thickens
  5. Place mixture in 2 quart casserole dish
  6. Top with potatoes and sprinkle with paprika
  7. Place under broiler to brown, or bake at 425 for 15 minutes