Smashed Beef & Bacon Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   In a skillet saute onions and garlic, then add ground beef. Cook until brown.
2. 2
   Cook potatoes (washed and peeled) in boiling water until fork ready. Drain the potatoes leaving 1 cup of the water set aside.
3. 3
   Add to the meat mixture : 2 tablespoons bacon jam, 1/2 - 1 cup of potato water and the gravy mix.
4. 4
   Smash the potatoes with milk, butter, salt and pepper, 1 tablespoon cheese and the remainder of bacon jam. Mix all together.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 350 F
6. 6
   In a baking / casserole dish, put the meat mixture in first then add the potatoes.
7. 7
   Top with the remaining shredded cheese. Bake at 350 F for about 20 minutes until cheese is nice and melted.