1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1 cup soft bread crumbs 1 egg (slightly beaten) 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/3 cup ketchup 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 cup shredded American cheese (divided) 3 cups hot mashed potatoes | | | In a large bowl, combine beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, ketchup, salt and pepper; mix well. Pat meat mixture firmly into 8-inch square baking dish. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Remove from oven; drain excess fat. In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup cheese and mashed potatoes. Spread evenly over meat; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Return to oven; bake an additional 20 minutes or until meat is cooked through and potatoes are hot. Makes 6 servings. |
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