Beef 'N Potato Bake

ingredients

4 cups frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
3 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 lb ground beef
1 package brown gravy mix
1 cup water
1/2 tsp garlic salt
10 oz frozen mixed vegetables
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (2.8 oz) french fried onions

directions

In a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish, combine potatoes, oil and pepper. Firmly press mixture across bottom and up sides of dish to form a shell. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in skillet, brown beef; drain. Stir in gravy mix, water and garlic salt; bring to a boil. Add mixed vegetables; reduce heat to medium and cook 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 can french fried onions; place in potato shell. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and onions; bake 5 minutes longer.

Source: Mom