MASHED POTATO BEEF CASSEROLE

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Ingredients

  • 2 bacon strips, diced
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 large carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 celery rib, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsps all purpose flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp dried tarragon
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 3 cups hot mashed potatoes
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Preparation

Step 1

In a skillet, cook bacon until crips; drain reserving 1 tsp drippings. Set bacon aside. Cook beef in drippings over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Toss onion, mushrooms, carrot and celery in flour; add to skillet with the broth, worcestershire sauce, tarragon and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add bacon, transfer to a greased 2 qt. baking dish. Combine potatoes and 1/2 cup of cheese; spread over beef mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Broil 4 inches from the heat for 5 minutes or until bubbly.