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This is a traditional favorite.  Perfect for this time of year.

SHEPHERD’S PIE

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 chopped onion
• ½ cup sliced carrots
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 teaspoons salt (divided)
• ½ teaspoon pepper (divided)
• 1 cup beef broth or onion beef broth
• 1 (22oz.) package frozen mashed potatoes, cooked according to package directions
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Cook beef and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring until beef crumbles and is no longer pink.  Drain and return to skillet; add carrots.  Stir in flour, 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper.  Add broth; cook, stirring constantly for 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.  Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 11x7 inch baking dish.  Stir together cooked potatoes, egg, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining ¼ teaspoon pepper.  Spoon over beef mixture.  Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.  Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 5 more minutes until cheese is melted.