Shepherd's Pie #1



	Shepherd's Pie #1 main dish, potatoes, ground beef 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 lb lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2 single carrots, matchstick slices 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 cup baby peas, canned or frozen 3 cup mashed potatoes 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or oil Preheat the oven to 350oF. In an all-iron skillet, heat the olive oil and saute the beef, onion, carrots, and thyme together. Drain off excess fat. Add peas to mixture and stir. Spread the potatoes on top. Dot with butter or brush with oil. Bake until the crests of the potatoes are lightly browned, about 20-30 minutes. NOTE: The skillet should have an iron handle so it can go right in the oven. If not, transfer meat mixture to baking dish before adding potato layer.