Bacon Cheeseburger Shepherd's Pie
This savory twist on a classic shepherd's pie features the delicious flavors of a bacon cheeseburger topped with creamy mashed potatoes.
Servings: 6
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Prep: 20 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs ground beef preferably lean
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup crumbled bacon cooked and drained
- 3 cups mashed potatoes prepared
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Spread the cooked ground beef evenly in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the ground beef layer.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese followed by the prepared mashed potatoes.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a layer of sautéed onions and mushrooms between the beef and bacon.