Easy As Pie (Cottage Pie)

A classic and comforting main course, this “Easy As Pie” is a simple Shepherd’s (or Cottage) Pie with a savory meatloaf-like base and a mashed potato topping.

Author

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Recipe

Measurements	INGREDIENTS
1 Envelope	Lipton Beef Flavor Mushroom Mix
1 Pound	Ground Beef
$\frac{1}{2}$ Cup	Soft Bread Crumbs
$\frac{1}{4}$ Cup	Ketchup
$\frac{1}{4}$ Cup	Water
1	Egg
2-3 Cups	Hot Mashed Potatoes

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the Lipton mushroom mix, ground beef, bread crumbs, ketchup, water, and egg. Mix thoroughly.
3. Press the meat mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form a crust.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes.
5. Carefully drain any excess fat from the pan.
6. Top the hot meat pie with the hot mashed potatoes and serve.

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Note

Makes about 4 servings.

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