Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Hungry Bear Pie recipe

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Hungry Bear Pie recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 12, 2024

This comforting dish is perfect for a cozy night in with your loved ones. The savory ground beef filling is mixed with carrots, peas, and onions, then topped with a generous layer of creamy mashed potatoes. Baked to perfection, the pie is sure to satisfy even the hungriest bear.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat
  3. Add the diced onion, carrots, and peas to the skillet and cook until vegetables are tender
  4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine
  5. Pour in the beef broth and simmer until thickened
  6. Pour the beef mixture into a pie dish
  7. Spread the mashed potatoes over the top and sprinkle with cheddar cheese
  8. Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly
  9. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving

Interesting Facts

  • Shepherd's Pie is a similar dish, traditionally made with lamb
  • Mashed potatoes were first introduced to Europe in the late 16th century