Spicy Shepherd'S Pie

Name: Spicy Shepherd'S Pie
Ingredients: 1 (6 5/8 ounce) package instant mashed potatoes; 1 lb ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (using Rotel will make it spicier, and in my opinion, better); 1 (11 ounce) can mexicorn; 1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

11 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

1 (6 5/8 ounce) package instant mashed potatoes
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (using Rotel will make it spicier, and in my opinion, better)
1 (11 ounce) can mexicorn
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2

Prepare the mashed potatoes according to the package.
3

In a large skillet, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
4

Drain.
5

Add tomatoes, corn, olives, taco seasoning, chili powder, salt, and garlic powder.
6

Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes.
7

Transfer to a greased 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
8

Top with 3/4 cup cheese.
9

Spread mashed potatoes over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
10

Bake, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.