Weeknight Shepherd's Pie Recipe

In 12-inch skillet over medium heat in hot oil cook onion and garlic 5 minutes or until softened stirring occasionally. Remove to plate.

In same skillet over medium-high heat cook ground beef until well browned on all sides stirring frequently. Add flour; cook 1 minute. Add stewed tomatoes and thyme. Over high heat heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered 10 minutes to blend flavors stirring occasionally. Stir in peas and carrots.

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Spoon mixture into greased deep-dish pie plate or baking dish. Toss sliced potatoes with butter. Arrange potatoes in center of casserole overlapping slightly. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until potatoes are lightly golden.