Tre's Shepherds Pie

This is a favorite and very easy dish to prepare. We love it in our family and have it quite often.

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 4-6
• Yields: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef, cooked
• 1 (16 ounce) package  frozen mixed vegetables, thawed and drained
• 1 (10 3/4ounce) can  condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1⁄4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black peppercorns, ground fine
• 4  cups  hot mashed potatoes
• 2  cups cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

1. In a large skillet, combine all the ingredients except the potatoes and cheese over high heat; mix well.
2. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or until heated through, stirring frequently.
3. Remove from the heat and and put into a deep cassarole dish.
4. Dollop with the potatoes.
5. Bake at 375 for 35 minutes.
6. Cover with grated cheese last 10 minutes of cooking.
7. Serve immediately.