Scary Skillet Shepherd's Pie
Courtesy of Kraft Kitchens 6 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook TimeIngredients |
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1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, green beans, peas) |
1 lb. ground beef |
1 c. HEINZ HomeStyle Savory Beef Gravy |
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed |
1 c. milk, divided |
1 c. water |
2 c. instant potato flakes |
1/4 c. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese |
Directions:
1. Cook vegetables as directed on package. Meanwhile, brown meat in large skillet; drain. Stir in gravy; simmer 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
2. Microwave cream cheese and 1/4 cup milk in medium microwaveable bowl on HIGH 30 sec.; beat with whisk until blended. Gradually whisk in remaining milk and water. Microwave 2-1/2 min. or until hot, stirring after each minute. Stir in potato flakes and Parmesan until blended. Spoon into resealable plastic bag; cut one corner off bottom of bag.
3. Remove 12 peas from mixed vegetables; stir remaining vegetables into meat mixture in skillet. Squeeze potato mixture into 6 mounds on meat mixture to resemble ghosts. Add 2 of the reserved peas to each for the eyes.
* Healthy Living: Save 50 calories and 7g of fat, including 3g of sat fat, per serving by preparing with extra-lean ground beef and PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese.
* Serving Suggestion: Serve with a mixed green salad and your favorite fresh fruit to round out the meal.
* Recipe courtesy of Kraft Kitchen