Slow cooker Shepherd's Pie

Slow cooker Shepherd's Pie

 

Fall is the perfect time of year to dust off your Crock-Pot or slow cooker and make some hearty stews and soups.
Crock-Pot and Rival are two major brands that sell slow cookers and most models come with a recipe book.
The great thing about your slow cooker is that all you really need to do is add your ingredients, set your heat level and the slow cooker does all of the work.
Try making this classic recipe, reinvented for cooking in a slow cooker:
Slow Cooker Shepherd's Pie

• 1 pound sausage roll
• 1 24-ounce package refrigerated mashed potatoes
• 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
• 1 12-ounce jar beef gravy

In medium skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook sausage until brown. Place in slow cooker. Add peas and carrots. Top with mashed potatoes. Pour gravy on top of potatoes. Cover and cook on low 4 to 6 hours.
Cooking notes: Prep time: 10 minutes; Cook time: 4 to 6 hours; Makes 6 servings.