Shepherd's Pie

01Method

1. 1

   Place potato chunks and garlic into a large saucepan, cover with water, and boil for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender. While the potatoes cook, brown the ground beef in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle flour over the meat and stir for 1 minute. Add the thawed mixed vegetables, beef broth, and ketchup; cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 375°F. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pan. Fold in the sour cream and mash until smooth and fluffy. Mix in half the cheese.

3. 3

   Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish and spread the mashed potato mixture evenly over the top.

4. 4

   Bake for 18 minutes, then scatter the remaining cheese over the potato layer and bake for an additional 2 minutes until the cheese has melted.