SMOKY SOUTHWESTERN SHEPHERD'S PIE

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One of my favorite ingredients - chipotle peppers - put the heat in this warm, comforting casserole. The original recipe called for just 2 chipotles, but we usually add more for extra heat.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups water
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
2 cups mashed potato flakes
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
2 canned chipotle peppers, drained, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (11 ounce) can mexicorn
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/3 cup sliced green onion
1 tomatoes, cut into wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400.
  • In large skillet, brown ground beef with onion over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently.
  • Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, combine water, margarine and salt.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Remover from heat.
  • Stir in milk and potato flakes.
  • Cover; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Stir in greel chiles and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
  • Drain beef mixture. Add enchilada sauce, chipotle chiles, cumin and oregano, mixing well.
  • Bring to a boil; remove from heat.
  • Spread beef mixture in ungreased shallow 2 quart casserole. Top with corn. Spread potatoes evenly over corn and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 400 for 13 to 17 minutes or until cheese is melted and filling is bubbly. Sprinkle with paprika and green onions.
  • Top with tomato wedges; let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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