Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1 lb ground beef (450g)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (approx. 1 cup / 150g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (150g) (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained (411g)
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste (15 ml)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup beef broth (120 ml)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (15 ml)
  • 2 cups cooked mashed potatoes (about 1.5 lbs / 680g potatoes, cooked)
  • 1/4 cup milk (60 ml)
  • 2 tbsp butter (30g), unsalted
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (50g)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Sprinkle of paprika for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Stir in frozen mixed vegetables, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and beef broth.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. If you don't have pre-made mashed potatoes, quickly mash cooked potatoes with milk and butter until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Spoon or dollop the cheesy mashed potatoes over the beef mixture in the skillet.
  7. Sprinkle with paprika and serve immediately.