Hamburger Pie

A different take on meatloaf that the whole family will live. Serves 4-6.

Ingredients
Meat Mixture


 * 1 lb. Hamburger


 * 1 lg. Eggs


 * 3/4 c. Milk


 * 1 c. Instant Mashed Potatoes (unmixed)


 * 2 Tbsp. Minced Onions


 * 1/4 c. Catsup


 * 1 tsp. Minced Garlic


 * 1/2 tsp. Ground Pepper


 * 1 tsp. Salt


 * 1 Tbsp. Italian Seasoning

Mashed Potato Mixture


 * 2 2/3 c. Instant Mashed Potatoes


 * 2 1/2c. Milk


 * 2 1/2 Tbsp. Butter


 * 5/8 tsp. Salt

Topping


 * 1/2 c. (2 0z.) Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Preparation

 * Pre-Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Meat Mixture

Combine all ingredients until evenly mixed. Place into a round casserole dish. Bake uncovered for 35-40 min

Mashed Potato Mixture

Combine milk, salt, and butter; heat to a simmer (do not boil) and remove from heat. Add potato flakes, stirring gently until mix thickens (in small quantities add additional flakes if a thicker mixture is desired). Spoon potatoes on top of the cooked meat pie, sprinkle with cheese, and bake an additional 3 - 4 min or until cheese has melted.

Let cool for 10 min and serve.