Easy Shepherd'S Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Saute beef, onion, celery and garlic in a large pan until well done.
2. 2
   Strain off fat, leaving meat in the strainer and reserving pan for later use.
3. 3
   Boil potatoes until fork tender, about 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Drain and mash with butter.
5. 5
   Blanch carrots (or microwave until al dente) and add to beef mixture.
6. 6
   Whisk broth with flour to thicken, and add to the pan. When gravy comes to a boil, add beef and carrot mixture.
7. 7
   Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Spoon meat mixture into a 2-quart casserole. Spoon potatoes on top.
9. 9
   Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
10. 10
    Top with cheese and let sit until cheese melts from the radiated heat; approximately 5 minutes.