Shepherd's Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Make mashed potatoes from scratch.
2. 2
   Stir in worcestershire sauce and half the chopped onion with the ground beef as you brown it on medium heat (5/10).
3. 3
   As the ground beef is browning, heat a pot of salted water to a boil, and boil the carrots about 15 minutes (until soft).
4. 4
   If using instant mashed potatoes, start them now, and once they are complete, mix in half of the cheese and onion with them.
5. 5
   Once the ground beef is browned, drain off the excess grease, then mix in the water, brown gravy mix, ketchup, and flour.
6. 6
   Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5-10 minutes.
7. 7
   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
8. 8
   While the ground beef mixture is simmering, use a fork to mash the carrots.
9. 9
   Once all the ingredients are complete, spread the ground beef mixture in the bottom of the aluminum foil lined casserole dish, then top with a layer of the carrots, followed by the mashed potatoes, and then the remaining cheese.
10. 10
    Put into the oven uncovered for 20 minutes.