Comfort Food Recipe #1 - Shepard's Pie

This recipe comes courtesy of my dear friend, Joelle! Very quick & filling - enjoy!

Shepards Pie (Feeds 4)

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1 tbsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 1/2 c frozen peas & carrots
1 small can of sliced button mushrooms (optional)
1 container premade garlic mashed potatoes
1/2 c shredded jack cheese

Preheat oven to 350. Brown beef until no longer pink; drain any liquid. Transfer meat to a medium sized bowl; add soup and vegetables and mix thoroughly. Spread mixture evenly in a large pie pan. Top with mashed potatoes and sprinkle cheese on top. Bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and potatoes are golden. Serve immediately.