Sheppard ' s Pie

Shepherd's pie is a great weeknight meal that the whole family will love.  Layers of meat, sweet corn,  cheese,  and mashed potatoes make for a hearty, complete dinner. 

• 1 lb ground beef
• 3 1/2 Tbs flour
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 cup of cheese (Munster, cheddar, Jack)
• 1 small bag frozen sweet corn (12 oz)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 3 cups mashed potatoes
• 2 tsp granulated garlic
• 1 tsp granulated onion
• salt and pepper

Preheat oven to 400°

Brown the ground beef until only a little pink remains. 

 Do not drain the meat. Add the flour.  Cook on medium high heat for about 5 minutes. Add the wine,  cook for 2 or 3 minutes.  Add the beef broth, and using a whisk, make sure to break up the meat and flour mixture, and blend well.

Let cook on medium low, for about 10 minutes to let the gravy thicken.  Pour into a greased 8X8 glass baking dish.

Next, pour the frozen corn evenly over the meat, then add the cheese mixture. 

For the mashed potatoes, I like using the Idahoan brand, Buttery Home style (4oz). I use two packages. If you like another brand, or prefer making homemade, go ahead,  just make 3 cups worth.

Spread the mashed potatoes over the cheese.

Bake in oven for 15 minutes, then put the broiler on. Keep an eye on the potatoes,  They will brown fast. Turn the dish a quarter of the way after it starts to darken, to make sure it browns evenly.

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.