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Swirled Mashed Potato Topping
Dominique

Delicious & Easy Mini Shepherds Pies

A comforting and easy-to-make dish, these mini shepherds pies feature seasoned ground beef and vegetables topped with creamy mashed potatoes, all baked in a crescent roll crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 mini pies
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, British Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • ½ pound lean ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup mixed frozen vegetables
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 can refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 2 32 oz premade tub of mashed potatoes

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Skillet
  • Biscuit cutter
  • Piping bag (optional)
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and spray a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground hamburger.
  3. Add garlic powder, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and frozen vegetables to the browned beef, heating thoroughly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Unroll the crescent rolls and use a 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut out 12 circles.
  5. Press one crescent roll circle into each muffin cup, shaping it up the sides.
  6. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the beef and vegetable mixture into each muffin cup.
  7. Top each with about 1/3 cup of mashed potatoes, using a piping bag with a large tip for a decorative finish if desired.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown, then cool slightly before serving, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

You can use a piping bag for a neater mashed potato topping. Allow the mini pies to cool slightly before serving for easier handling. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor.