Quick-Fix Double-duty Sloppy Joes

Sloppy Joe Shepherd's Pie: 

1. Prepare Richard's Sloppy Joes, omitting hamburger buns; spoon into a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare 1 (22-ounce) package frozen mashed potatoes according to package directions. Stir in 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese, 1/3 cup sliced green onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Spread evenly over meat mixture in casserole dish, spreading potatoes to edge of dish.
3. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes; sprinkle 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese on top of potatoes. Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Makes 8 to 10 servings. Prep: 10 min., Bake: 30 min., Stand: 5 min.
   

"What's For Supper? Double-duty Sloppy Joes" is from the March 2006 issue of Southern Living.