Shepherd's Pie

This version is of simplicity- but it still tastes like good ol' comfort food!
The first time I made it, I bought jarred gravy. Grandma G. was visiting and saw that item in my pantry and she said, "shame on you!" She makes me laugh.
And, I'll tell you a secret ... that woman NEVER makes her pie crust from scratch!

1# hamburger, browned & drained
2 C. hot, mashed potatoes
4oz. cream cheese
1 C. shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 C. frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 C. beef gravy

Mix potatoes, cream cheese, 1/2 C. cheddar, and garlic until well blended.
Add veggies and gravy to hamburger, and spoon into 9" pie plate.
Cover meat mixture with potato mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Bake @ 375* for 20 minutes.

{LDM}