Leftovers Shepherd's Pie

Submitted by Sisu

Whenever I have leftovers piling up, I make this shepherd's pie. My kids (and my hubby) gobble it up and I get to clean out my fridge at the same time.

2 tbsp butter
3 tbsp flour
2 cups chicken broth
leftover veggies (broccoli, carrots, green beans, corn, peas-- whatever you have, toss 'em in).
2 cups leftover chicken or turkey
1 tsp thyme
1 ts poultry seasoning
salt and pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 c.ups leftover mashed potatoes
1 tsp Italian seasoning

Melt butter over medium heat in large dutch oven or stock pot.
Once it's melted, use a whisk to slowly whisk in flour to make a thick paste.
Slowly whisk in broth and bring mixture to a boil. Mixture will thicken.
Add veggies, meat, thyme and poultry seasoning. Heat until warm.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Pour mixture into bottom of 8 X 8 casserole.
Cover with a thin layer of mashed potatoes.
Top with cheese and Italian seasoning.
Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are warm and cheese is melted.