Cheppard's Pie
Ingredients
6
servings
- 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 package Brown Gravy Mix
- 1 can mixed vegetables
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- Water (see directions)
- 2 cans biscuits
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (or the temperature indicated on the biscuit package).
- Put oil in a medium saucepan and brown the ground meat and onions together over medium-high heat, about 8-10 minutes. Add brown gravy mix and combine well. Add the can of mixed vegetables and potatoes. Add enough water to make a stew consistency. Cook 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft, adding water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Pour into an 8x8 casserole dish and line biscuits on top. Cook in the oven, following the biscuit baking instructions or until biscuits are cooked and golden brown, about 12-15 minutes.
Common Problems and Solutions
Q: Why is my filling too watery?
A: Add water gradually while cooking, just enough to create a thick stew consistency. The filling should be thick enough to support the biscuits on top without being dry.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: You can prepare the meat and vegetable filling ahead and refrigerate, but add the biscuits just before baking for the best texture.
Tips and Techniques
Don’t skip draining excess grease from the browned meat before adding the gravy mix - too much fat will make the filling greasy. The filling should be thick like a hearty stew, not soupy, so the biscuits bake properly on top.
Ingredient Substitutions
- ground chuck: ground turkey or ground pork
- canned biscuits: refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry
- brown gravy mix: 2 tablespoons flour mixed with 1 cup beef broth
Equipment Needed
- Medium saucepan
- 8x8 casserole dish
