Spooky Shepherd’s Pie

Whip up some ghoulishly good fun with instant mashed ‘ghost’ potatoes that top a deliciously rich ground beef and vegetable casserole.

SERVINGS : 6 / PREP : 30 MIN / TOTAL TIME : 55 MIN

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
• 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
• 1 bag (12 oz) frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic diced tomatoes with Italian herbs, undrained 
• 1 jar (12 oz) beef gravy
• 1 3/4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 1/4 cups instant mashed potatoes
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg, slightly beaten

Directions

1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add beef and onion; cook until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain.
2. Set aside 12 peas for garnish. Add remaining frozen vegetables, tomatoes and …