Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lb. beef stew meat
  • salad oil
  • 1 pkg. brown gravy mix
  • 1 c. water
  • 1 (4 oz.) can sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 to 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • instant mashed potatoes (4 servings)

Method

  • Brown meat in salad oil.
  • Drain.
  • Stir in gravy mix, water, mushrooms, salt and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer 1 hour or until meat is tender.
  • Prepare potatoes as directed.
  • Stir in nutmeg and cheese to potato mixture.
  • Pour beef mixture into casserole dish or baking pan (9 x 9-inch); spoon the potato mixture evenly over beef.
  • Sprinkle top with a little paprika if desired.
  • Bake at 400° for 20 minutes.
  • Serves 4.