Beefy Hash Brown Bake

• 4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup water
• 1 envelope brown gravy mix
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, oil and pepper. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350u0b0 for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are thawed and set.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the beef until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, gravy mix and garlic salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add vegetables; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in half of the onions and cheese.
3. Pour over potatoes. Bake for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

potatoes, canola oil, pepper, ground beef, water, brown gravy mix, garlic salt, mixed vegetables, onions, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/beefy-hash-brown-bake/ (may not work)