Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Tasty ground beef topped with cheesy mashed potatoes - this slow cooker shepherd's pie hits all the spots if your looking for a hearty comfort dish.

Ingredients :

• 2 pounds 85% lean ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (12-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 1/2 cups lower-sodium beef broth
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon quick-cooking tapioca, finely crushed
• 1 teaspoon dried italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 (24-ounce) packages refrigerated mashed potatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• paprika to taste
• chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. Cook ground beef and onion in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and onion is tender; about 8 minutes. Add garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute; drain fat.
3. Add beef mixture and frozen mixed vegetables to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker.
4. Whisk together beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, tapioca, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over beef mixture; stir to combine.
5. Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours or on High for 3 hours.
6. Prepare mashed potatoes according to package directions. Stir in cheese. Spread atop the beef mixture.
7. Cover and cook on High for 20 minutes.
8. Garnish with paprika and parsley