Shepherd's Pie

recipe

• Step 1
  Preheat the broiler. Peel the potatoes and cut into large chunks.
• Step 2
  Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add salt and the potatoes and cook for 15 minutes.
• Step 3
  Meanwhile, peel and chop the onion.
• Step 4
  Melt the butter in a hot pan, then add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes over medium heat.
• Step 5
  Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper and brown for 5 minutes, stirring. Set aside.
• Step 6
  When the potatoes are done, drain them and season with salt and pepper. (Optional: Add a pinch or two of ground nutmeg.)
• Step 7
  Mash the potatoes and add the butter and milk.
• Step 8
  Grease a baking dish with butter. Transfer the ground beef to the dish, then spread the mashed potatoes evenly on top.
• Step 9
  Sprinkle with grated cheese and place under the broiler for 10 minutes. That's it!