Prep Time::20 mins
Cook Time::55 mins
Total Time:: 1 hr 15 mins
Servings::6
Yield::1 (9×13-inch) casserole
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, diced
3 carrots, diced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (Optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 ½ cups beef broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
salt and pepper to taste
4 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup milk
¼ cup butter, softened
¼ pound shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
Gather the ingredients.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion and carrot; cook and stir until onion has softened, about 5 minutes. Mix in flour, Italian seasoning, and cinnamon. Stir in parsley.
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Combine beef broth and tomato paste together in a jug; add to beef mixture. Season with salt and pepper; lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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Meanwhile, place diced potatoes in a medium saucepan; cover with water and place over high heat. Bring to a boil and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes; drain. Mash potatoes until smooth, then add milk and butter; whip until fluffy. Season with salt and pepper.
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Spoon ground beef mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish; spread mashed potatoes on top and sprinkle with grated Cheddar cheese.
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Bake in preheated oven until top is browned and cheese is bubbly, about 25 minutes.
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Serve and enjoy!
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