A-!!! Whip up some ghoulishly good fun with instant mashed 'ghost' potatoes that top a deliciously rich ground beef and vegetable casserole. My own take on the Pilsbury recipe which uses powdered potatoes. *cringes*

Recipe Ingredients for Spooky Shepherd's Pie

1	lb lean ground beef
1	medium onion, coarsely chopped
12	oz Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers frozen mixed vegetables
28	oz Progresso diced tomatoes with Italian herbs undrained
12	oz jar home style beef gravy
2	tablespoons butter
1/4	teaspoon garlic powder
1/4	cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2	cup fat free milk
2	cups boiled potatoes

Recipe Directions for Spooky Shepherd's Pie

1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add ground 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 gravy; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
   
   
3. Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Cook potatoes until done but still firm.
   
   
4. To potatoes, add butter, garlic powder, milk and cheese. Mix Well.
   
   
5. Spoon ground beef mixture into ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) or oval (2 1/2-quart) glass baking dish. With large spoon, make 6 mounds of potato mixture on top of beef mixture to resemble ghosts. Place 2 reserved peas on each mound to resemble eyes.
   
   
6. Bake at 375°F. for 20 to 25 minutes or until potatoes are set and mixture is thoroughly heated.
   
   

Categories

Beef, Main Dish, Irish, Bake

Health Information

Nutrition Grade 96% confidence

Good points High in selenium High in vitamin A High in vitamin B12 High in vitamin C High in zinc

Bad points High in sodium