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easy cottage pie

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

In honor of the late Art Ginsburg (Mr. Food) I am posting this recipe. He remarked, "This quick ground beef recipe is stick-to-the-ribs delicious and satisfying. Makes you feel warm and cozy on a cold winter night." Here's to you, Mr. Food! Recipe from: mrfood.com

(2 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For easy cottage pie

  • 6 Tbsp
    butter, divided
  • 1 c
    diced onion
  • 1 1/2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 c
    (8 oz.) canned or bottled brown gravy
  • 2 c
    mashed potatoes (i use bob evans refrigerated)

How To Make easy cottage pie

  • 1
    In a large skillet, heat 4 Tbsp. butter. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned.
  • 2
    Add the beef, salt and pepper, and cook until beef is browned.
  • 3
    Stir in the gravy and heat until bubbling.
  • 4
    Spoon the mixture into a greased 2-qt. casserole dish. Spread mashed potatoes over the top of meat and dot with pieces of remaining butter.
  • 5
    In a preheated 400-degree oven, bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are lightly browned.
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