...Vs. Mom'S Version Of Shepherd'S Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Boil the potatoes until cooked through.
2. 2
   Save 1 cup of the potato water.
3. 3
   Drain potatoes and mash or rice them.
4. 4
   Add the butter and stir until the butter is melted.
5. 5
   Add enough water to make the potatoes smooth and fluffy.
6. 6
   In a frying pan, brown the beef; drain.
7. 7
   Return the meat to the pan and add both cans of corn, cooking over medium heat until cooked through.
8. 8
   Pour the beef mixture into a 1.5 qt casserole dish.
9. 9
   Smooth the mixture using a rubber spatula.
10. 10
    Spoon the potatoes over the beef mixture.
11. 11
    Smooth over with a rubber spatula.
12. 12
    Sprinkle salt and pepper over the top, to taste.
13. 13
    Bake in a 400 F oven until heated through, about 30 minutes, then turn on the broiler and remove the casserole just as the potatoes start to brown.