Shelly's Recipe

*GROUND BEEF STEW OVER GARLIC MASHED POTATOES*

Category: Stews

Stew
1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
2 cups diced tomatoes, drained (from 28-oz can)
1 (12 oz) jar home-style beef gravy
1/4 tsp dried marjoram leaves
1/4 tsp pepper

Potatoes
1 cup water
2 tbsp margarine or butter
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/2 cup milk
1 1/3 cups mashed potato flakes
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Add all remaining Stew ingredients; mix well. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.

Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, heat water, margarine and garlic salt to boiling. Remove from heat; add milk. Stir in potato flakes and parsley. Cover to keep warm. To serve, fluff potatoes with fork. Serve stew over potatoes.