Tex Mex Shepherds Pie

Tex Mex Shepherds Pie

Tex Mex Shepherds Pie

Potatoes USA
A Southwestern take on the classic casserole.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 8

Ingredients
 

  • 2 Pounds Alsum russet potatoes peeled, cubed
  • ¾ Pound Lean ground beef
  • ¾ Pound Ground turkey breast
  • 1 ½ Cups Onion chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons Chili powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Ground cumin
  • 1 ¼ Teaspoon Garlic salt divided
  • ¾ Teaspoon Oregano
  • ¾ Can of a 28-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
  • 4 Ounce can Diced green chiles
  • 2 Ounce can Sliced ripe olives drained
  • ¾ Cup Fresh or frozen corn
  • 3 Tablespoon 1% Milk
  • ¾ Cup Shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Brown beef and turkey in a medium skillet; drain excess grease.
  • Add onion, chili powder, cumin, oregano and ¾ teaspoon garlic salt and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Stir in corn, tomatoes, chiles and olives. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, then turn into a lightly greased 11 x 7 inch pan.
  • Meanwhile, boil potatoes in lightly salted water for 10 minutes or until tender; mash and stir in remaining garlic salt and milk. Spread over meat mixture.
  • Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are lightly browned. Top with cheese and bake for 5 minutes more.