Shepherd'S Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (22 ounce) package frozen mashed potatoes (or make your own, I do)
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 cup beef broth
1 large egg
1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Preparation

If you're making your own, prepare mashed potatoes; set aside.
Brown beef and onion in lg skillet over med-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring til beef crumbles and is no longer pink; drain and return to skillet.
Add carrots and peas; stir in flour, 1 t salt, 1/4 t pepper,& tomato paste.
Add broth, and cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Spoon mixture into lightly greased 7x11\" baking dish.
Stir together mashed potatoes, egg, and remaining 1 t salt and 1/4 t pepper; spoon over beef mixture.
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes; top w/ grated cheddar and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
NOTE: I use condensed beef broth for a beefier/heartier flavor. ;).