Chantal's Cottage Pie

• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
• salt & pepper
• 14 teaspoon sugar
• 12 teaspoon mixed herb seasoning mix (basil, oregano, thyme ( whatever you like)
• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 2 large celery ribs, chopped
• 1 large carrot, coarsely grated
• 13 cup dry red wine
• mashed potatoes (use at least 4 medium potatoes)
• 13 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• 13 cup shredded parmesan cheese (optional)

1. Brown garlic, onion and and beef in cooking oil.
2. Add salt, pepper, sugar and herb seasoning and cook for about 5 minutes until onion is tender.
3. Remove from heat and all remaining ingredients except potatoes.
4. Let sit, keeping warm for a few minutes to let the flavors blend.
5. Prepare mashed potatoes using your favorite method and season to taste.
6. Place meat and vegetable mixture in a warmed casserole dish.
7. Spread the mashed potatoes on top (the potatoes should be about 2 inches thick).
8. If using the cheeses, sprinkle on top of the potatoes.
9. Place dish under a broiler to "tan" the potatoes.
10. If you feel the mixture is not hot enough before performing the "tanning" process, place in the oven at 350 until it's hot -- then proceed with the "tanning" process.

cooking oil, garlic, onion, salt, sugar, mixed herb seasoning mix, lean ground beef, celery, carrot, red wine, potatoes, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/chantals-cottage-pie-415045 (may not work)