Shepherd's Pie 7

* Exported from MasterCook *

Shepherd's Pie 7

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Casseroles Beef

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Pound Lean Ground Beef
8 Ounces Hot Italian Sausages *
1 16 Ounce Wh Peeled Tomatoes
1 1/2 Cups Sliced Fresh Mushrooms
1 Clove Garlic -- Minced
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 Cup Frozen Peas
1 Tablespoon Chopped Fresh Basil Or
1/2 Teaspoon Dried Basil
1 Teaspoon Salt
1/4 Teaspoon Dried Oregano -- Crumbled
Fresh Ground Pepper To T
2 Pounds Potatoes **
3/4 Cup Milk
1/2 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
6 Tablespoons Butter -- Room Temp.

* Hot Italian sausages should be cut lengthwise in half and sliced 1/4 inc
thick. ** Potatoes should be pared and cut into 1 inch chunks. Place
ground
beef and sausages in a medium skillet. Cook, breaking up beef, over
medium
high heat until meat loses some of its pink colour and releases juices.
Add
tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic and vinegar. Simmer uncovered, stirring
occasionally and breaking up tomatoes, about 10 minutes. Stir in peas,
basil, 1/2 ts salt, oregano and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes. Remove from
heat. Meanwhile, boil potatoes in water to cover until tender, about 20
minutes. Drain potatoes and transfer to large mixing bowl. Beat in milk,
cheese, butter, remaining 1/2 ts salt and pepper to taste; continue to
beat
until smooth. Heat oven to 350oF. Spoon meat mixture into 2 quart shallow
casserole. Spoon potato mixture on top and spread evenly to edge. Bake
until golden and bubbling, about 45-50 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes
before serving. Serve hot. 436 calories per serving.







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