EASY SHEPHERD'S PIE BOWLS

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The easiest possible spin on a classic comfort food! This stovetop Shepherd's Pie uses ground beef, frozen veggies and broth for a hearty stew that gets topped with extra cheesy mashed potatoes. Simple to whip up, and simply unbeatable for a weeknight dinner in a hurry.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (at least 80% lean)
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 bag (16 oz) frozen mixed vegetables (3 1/2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 cups Progresso™ Beef Flavored Broth (from 32-oz carton)
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ All-Purpose Flour
1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ Creamy Butter Mashed Potatoes
Water, butter and milk called for on mashed potato pouch
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup chopped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
Paprika, if desired

Steps:

In 12-inch skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is no longer pink; drain. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables, thyme, salt and pepper.
In 4-cup glass measuring cup, add broth and flour, beating with whisk to combine. Add broth mixture to skillet; heat to boiling. Cook 8 to 10 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture is slightly thickened.
Meanwhile, make mashed potatoes as directed on pouch; stir in cheese until melted and 2 tablespoons of the parsley.
To serve, divide beef mixture among bowls; top with potatoes. Sprinkle with paprika; garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g