Shepherd's Pie Revisited

Some people have their own favorite recipe for Shepherd's Pie. Did you know that you can really let your imagination go to work when making this classic dish? Here are the layers you will need. In bottom of an 8x8 or 9x13 pan, put:

• a layer of cooked meat. If meat is dry, mix it with gravy or a can of cream soup.
• a layer of cooked vegetables. If you have leftovers, use them. Otherwise you can drain a can of corn, peas, beans, whatever you have and sprinkle on top of the meat.
• a layer of mashed potatoes. If you have leftover cooked mashed potatoes, use them. If you want to quickly mix up some instant mashed potatoes, use them.
• top with a sprinkling of grated cheese, if desired.

Pop into the oven or microwave long enough to heat cold ingredients and melt cheese.
Call everyone for dinner!
This is a one-pot meal, and has meat and lots of vegetables. As a side, you could open a couple of cans of fruit and mix them together, or serve bread, buns, or a salad on the side.