GROUND BEEF A LA KING

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Instead of using puff pastry shells, this tasty dish can be served over mashed potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 package (10 ounces) frozen puff pastry shells
1 pound fresh baby carrots, cut in half
1-1/4 cups water, divided
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 package (8 ounces) sliced baby portobello mushrooms
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Bake pastry shells according to package directions. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the carrots and 1 cup of water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, mushrooms and shallots over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Combine flour and broth until smooth. Add the broth mixture, tomato paste, wine, tarragon, salt, pepper and remaining water to beef mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Drain carrots; add to skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove top of pastry shells; fill with beef mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 836mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.