Mashed Potato Beef Casserole

Prep: 30 min. Bake: 25 min. Yield: 4-6 Servings Ingredients 2 bacon strips, diced 1 pound ground beef 1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 large carrot, finely chopped 1 celery rib, finely chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup beef broth 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dried tarragon 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups hot mashed potatoes 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided Paprika Directions In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. Set bacon aside. Cook beef in drippings over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Toss mushrooms, onion, carrot and celery in flour; add to skillet with the broth, Worcestershire sauce, tarragon and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add bacon; transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine potatoes and 1/2 cup of cheese; spread over beef mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 5 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 4-6 servings. Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 381 calories, 19 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 73 mg cholesterol, 625 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 23 g protein.