Poor Man's Shepherd's Pie

Okay, so Shepherd's Pie is already a poor man's dish. Maybe this would be better described as Redneck's Shepherd Pie. This dish is not at all fancy or elegant but it is quick, easy, and it tastes pretty darn good. This dish is a combination of two childhood favorites- Sloppy Joe's and Tater Tots. Classy right?

Poor Man's Shepherd's Pie
* Serves 6

1 lb ground beef
1 1/4 cups water
1 envelpe sloppy joe mix
1 can (6oz) tomato paste
1 cup frozen green beans
2 cups frozen tater tots
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Brown beef in a large pan, drain. Return to the pan and add water, sloppy joe mix, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered for 3-5 minutes or until thickened. Add green beans.

Transfer to a baking dish. Top with Tater Tots. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Add cheese on top, and bake for another 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.