4 c. frozen hash brown potatoes (thawed)
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
1 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. (3/4 oz.) Durkee brown gravy mix
1 c. water
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables
1 c. (4 oz.) shredded Cheddar cheese
1 c. (2.8 oz.) Durkee French fried onions

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 degrees 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 onions. Place in potato shell.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees 15 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and onions, bake 5 minutes longer. Makes 4 to 6 servings.