"This mashed potato topped Cottage Pie features a flavorful ground beef and mixed vegetable filling that's simmered in a rich tomato sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 lb lean ground beef
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1 medium onion (diced)
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1 rib celery (diced)
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1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
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1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
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2-3 Tbsp bacon drippings or olive oil
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1 heaping cup frozen peas and carrots (no need to thaw)
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4 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 1/2 tsp garlic salt
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1 tsp lemon pepper or black pepper
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1 tsp dry Italian seasoning or oregano
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1/2 tsp dried thyme
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2 cups low sodium beef stock
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1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
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1 6 oz can tomato paste
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Mashed Potatoes:
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2 1/2-3lb russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
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2 tsp salt (divided use)
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4 Tbsp butter
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2/3 cup milk (additional as needed)
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1/2 cup sour cream
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Topping:
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2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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few pats butter (to dot the top)
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2 Tbsp chopped Italian parsley