Sheperd's Pie

Now that it is getting cooler this is really one of my favorite recipes to make. I know we all love those comfort food meals on a chilly day. It is super simple and definitely popular with my family.

1lb ground beef or ground turkey
1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
1 Medium Onion chopped
3-4 Rib of Celery (I love it from the very middle)
1 Cup Corn
1 Cup Sour Cream
1 Tablespoon Smoked Paprika (this can be hard to find but you can use 2 teaspoons regular paprika and 1 cumin. I actually came across the real stuff at Sams)
Salt and Pepper to taste
2 Tablespoons of flour (I use Wondra because it mixes better for me)
2 Cups Chicken Broth
1-2 Containers Mashed Potatoes

I put a little bit of Olive oil in the pan and brown the meat and season it with salt, pepper and paprika. Then I add all the veggies. I listed several but you can really add anything you want. I season it with a bit more salt and pepper if it needs it. I let the veggies cook for several minutes. Then I add the flour and let it cook for just a minute or two. I add the broth and let it thicken up. After that I shut off the stove and let it cool for just a few minutes. Then I add the sour cream and stir it all up. Last I pour it into an oven safe dish. Personally I take the easy way out. I go to the store and purchase the already prepared mashed potatoes (country crock is the only brand that comes to mind) and I use those for this. I put them in the microwave in their container for a couple of minutes and then stir them up. Then I spread them on top of the other mixture. Sometimes I add a bit of cheese if I have it. Then I just bake it in the oven for about 30 minutes on 350 degrees just to heat it all through.