Shepherd's Pie

1 lb. ground beef
2 cans tomato soup
2 cans green beans
4-6 servings of mashed potatoes
Salt and pepper
Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Paprika (optional)

1. Brown ground beef in large skillet or fry pan. Drain.
2. Add tomato soup, green beans, and enough water to reach desired consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour into a casserole dish or 9x13 baking pan.
3. Place dollops of mashed potatoes over top. You can also spread the mashed potatoes (this is how J's mom makes it).
4. Bake at 350 for 30-45 minutes. Sprinkle cheese on top of potatoes in the last 5 minutes of baking.

Notes from B: This is also how J's mom makes it, and I can never get it right...the picture shows the cheese under the potatoes. I always made it without cheese and garnished with paprika on top. This is a recipe you can be creative with.