Shephard Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
1/4 c. chopped onion
1/2 tsp. salt
1 pkg. brown gravy mix (1 c.)
1 c. water
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas and carrots
1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 c. warm seasoned mashed potatoes

Preparation

Brown ground beef and onion in skillet; salt.
Blend in gravy mix and water.
Add basil and vegetables.
Simmer 5 minutes.
Pour into 1 1/2-quart casserole.
Fold cheese into potatoes. Spoon in ring on top of casserole.
Bake at 450\u00b0 for 15 minutes.