Mashed Potato Beef Casserole

Amstad Produce, Inc.


		Mashed Potato Beef Casserole

Ingredients

	2 strips bacon, diced
	1 lb ground beef
	1 large onion, finely chopped
	1/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
	1 large carrot, finely chopped
	1 celery rib, finely chopped
	3 tbsp all purpose flour
	1 cup beef broth
	1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
	1 tsp dried tarragon
	1/4 tsp pepper
	3 cups hot mashed potatoes
	3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
	Paprika

In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain reserving 1 tsp drippings. Set bacon aside. Cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.

Coat onions, mushrooms, carrot and celery in flour; add to skillet with the broth, Worcestershire sauce, tarragon and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Add bacon; transfer to a greased 2 qt baking dish. Combine potatoes and 1/2 cup of cheese; spread over beef mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and remaining cheese.

Bake uncovered at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Broil 4" from the heat for 5 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 4-6 servings.