Shepherd'S Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Peel potatoes.
2. 2
   Cut into wedges.
3. 3
   Cook until tender in unsalted water.
4. 4
   Peel and chop onion.
5. 5
   Rinse red pepper; remove seeds and membranes.
6. 6
   Cut into strips.
7. 7
   In a skillet, saute ground beef in 1 tablespoon of butter until it loses its pinkness.
8. 8
   Add onion, red pepper and garlic.
9. 9
   Season to taste with a dash of pepper and salt.
10. 10
    Add vinegar, parsley and crumbled bay leaf. Cook for a few minutes.
11. 11
    Transfer mixture to a lightly greased casserole.
12. 12
    Drain potatoes.
13. 13
    Mash quickly.
14. 14
    Add remaining butter, spices and half and half.
15. 15
    Beat until mixture is light and fluffy. Spread mashed potatoes over meat mixture.
16. 16
    Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until pie is hot and potatoes are lightly browned.