Shepherds Pie (Helena's Style Shepherds Pie )

• 1 cup organic baby carrots
• 4 -5 medium organic yellow potatoes
• 1 cup whole milk
• 14 cup butter
• 1 fresh garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 lb organic ground beef
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1 tablespoon thyme
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh black pepper
• 12 cup whole milk
• 14 cup parmesan cheese (optional)

1. Directions:.
2. Pre-heat oven to 400F/200C.
3. Boil potatoes and carrots for mashing ( soften ).
4. Saute onion in oil for 1 1/2 minutes.
5. Add black pepper and thyme.
6. Add meat and cook until browned/ drain meat.
7. Add tomato paste and flour/let simmer.
8. Add chicken stock.
9. Strain potatoes and carrots.
10. Add butter, seasoning salt, garlic and milk into mixing bowl until creamy.
11. Oil the bottom of a 13X9 glass dish, add meat sauce and spread potato/carrot mixture.
12. Sprinkle on desired amount of cheese.
13. Bake 20 minutes or until browned on top.
14. This is a savory smooth recipe for those that don't like too many interrupting textures.
15. Prepare to be amazed at my original recipe that will for sure become a family favorite.
16. Tips: When handling onions be sure to pop in a piece of gum to keep eyes from watering.

carrots, potatoes, milk, butter, garlic, onion, ground beef, salt, thyme, chicken stock, flour, tomato paste, olive oil, fresh black pepper, milk, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/shepherd-s-pie-helenas-style-shepherd-s-pie-501825 (may not work)