Crockpot Sheperds Pie

By oldbklady

Ingredients

• 3 c. leftover mashed potatoes
• 1 lb ground turkey or beef
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 c. frozen vegetables (I used roasted corn and peas)
• 1 chopped onion
• 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp paprika (then a bit more for garnish)
• 1 c. water
• 2 c. shredded cheese

Preparation

Step 1

I used a 4 quart crockpot---it was the perfect size. A larger will work, but it will cook faster.

Brown the meat and onion on the stove, and drain any fat. Toss the meat with the spices and garlic---I didn't but next time I'd probably put the garlic and spices in with the meat in the frying pan, it would be easier.

Spray the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray. Put the meat in the crockpot and stir in the frozen vegetables, and a cup of water. Add two cups of cheese on top. Press the mashed potatoes down on top of the cheese and meat. Sprinkle with a bit of paprika.

Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for about 3, then remove the lid and cook on high for 30 minutes to release the condensation and allow the potatoes to brown a bit on top.