2 1/2 to 3 lbs. ground beef
1 lg. onion, chopped
Salt and pepper
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. basil
3 c. prepared mashed potatoes
2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
Optional - 1 lb. frozen peas

(You may use ground turkey for up to 1 1/2 pounds of this).

NOTE: For an Italian twist to this recipe, add chopped garlic with the onions, season with oregano and use Mozzarella cheese in place of Cheddar.

If you like, you may do steps 1 through 5 the night before - cover and refrigerate. Then proceed with the recipe 1 hour before you wish to serve dinner.

1. Spray a large skillet with "Pam" and brown the ground meat, breaking it up as you cook.

2. When the meat is about halfway browned, add the onions to the skillet.

3. Turn the oven on to preheat at 325 degrees.

4. Prepare a covered casserole or covered roasting pan by spraying it with "Pam".

5. When the meat is completely browned, and the onions are soft, use a slotted spoon (to drain any grease), and put the meat and onions in the casserole or pan.

6. Season to taste (stir in peas now if using).

7. Cover meat with mashed potatoes, cover pan and place in oven for 45 minutes, or until very hot.

8. Turn oven off, remove pan, sprinkle cheese and let sit 5 to 10 minutes before serving.