Beef and Vegetable Pot Pie with Mashed Potato Crust

Ingredients:

For the Filling:
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
1 cup frozen peas
1 cup frozen corn
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Mashed Potatoes:
3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup milk
Salt, to taste

Instructions:

Prep the Mashed Potatoes:

Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.
Mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and set aside.

Make the Filling:

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat.
Add carrots, peas, and corn, cooking until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Sprinkle with flour, then slowly pour in beef broth, stirring continuously. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.

Assemble the Pie:

Transfer the filling to a pie dish. Spread the mashed potatoes over the top, creating a decorative pattern with a fork.

Bake:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake for about 20 minutes or until the mashed potatoes are golden and the filling is bubbly.

Serve:

Let cool slightly before serving. Dive into this delicious and comforting pie!

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Calories: Approximately 450 per serving

Enjoy this rustic and satisfying meal that brings together all the flavors of home in one dish! Perfect for any night of the week.

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