Spicy Shepherds Pie

• 1 package (1.27 Oz. Packet) IKEA Swedish Meatball Gravy Mix, Made According To Package Directions
• 1 cup Cold Water
• 1/2 cups Heavy Cream
• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 1 clove Garlic, Smashed And Minced
• 2 whole Jalapenos, Diced (Ribs And Seeds Removed For Less Heat)
• 1/2 cups Diced Onion
• 1/2 cups Diced Carrot
• 1/2 cups Frozen Peas
• 2 cups Mashed Potatoes
• 1/2 cups Shredded Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Smoked Paprika For Garnish

1. In a small saucepan, make Ikea gravy according to package directions (using the required water and heavy cream as specified on the package); set aside.
2. Brown the beef in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes; when no longer pink, remove from heat, drain fat and set aside.
3. On medium heat and using the same skillet, add garlic, jalapeno, onions and carrot; saute about 5 minutes or until vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in peas and warm through, about 3 minutes.
5. Add cooked beef and the gravy; stir to combine.
6. Place ground beef mixture into greased individual cast iron skillets or a casserole dish; cover with a layer of mashed potatoes, top with cheese and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
7. Bake in a 350 degrees F oven for 15 minutes; move rack to the broil position and broil for 2-3 minutes or until cheese gets golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

swedish, water, heavy cream, ground beef, clove garlic, onion, carrot, frozen peas, potatoes, cheddar cheese, paprika

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/main-courses/spicy-shepherde28099s-pie/ (may not work)