EASY ITALIAN SHEPHERD'S PIE

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You just can't beat the convenience of this one-dish meal. I often prepare this pie the night before so that the next day, I can serve my family a satisfying meal in no time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 cup cold water
4 medium potatoes, peeled
1-1/4 pounds uncooked ground round
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (4 ounces) mushrooms, drained and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups frozen peas and carrots
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Combine crumbs and water; let stand for 5 minutes. Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender. Combine meat, onion, celery, tomato sauce, mushrooms, garlic and pepper. Stir in crumb mixture. , Spread into an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with peas and carrots. Drain the potatoes; mash with cheese. Spread over vegetables, sealing to pan. Bake at 375° for 45-60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 11g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 976mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges