Mashed Potato Beef Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 bacon strips
1 lb. ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 lb. mushrooms, sliced
1 large carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
Paprika
1 c. beef broth
1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. dried tarragon
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 c. hot mashed potatoes
3/4 c. cheddar cheese, shredded and divided

Preparation

In skillet, brown bacon until crisp.
Drain and crumble, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings.
Set aside.
Cook beef in bacon drippings over medium heat until no longer pink; drain.
Toss onions, mushrooms, carrot, and celery in flour.
Add to skillet with the broth and Worcestershire sauce, tarragon, and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
Simmer, uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables
are tender.
Add bacon. Transfer to a greased 2 quart baking dish.
Combine potatoes and 1/2 cup cheese. Spread over beef mixture.
Sprinkle with paprika and remaining cheese. Bake uncovered at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes. Broil 4 inches from heat for 5 minutes.
Serves 4-6.