Easy Shepherd's Pie

Prep time: 10 min l Bake time: 20 min l Serves: 6

1 lb ground beef
2 cups hot mashed potatoes (can be instant)
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 cup beef gravy

1. Preheat oven to 375*. Brown meat in large skillet. Drain.

2. Mix potatoes, cream cheese, 1/2 cup of the cheese and the garlic until well blended.

3. Stir vegetables and gravy into meat.

4. Spoon into 9 inch square baking dish.

5. Cover with potato mixture.

6. Sprinkle with remainin 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through.