1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 lb. ground beef
1/4 c. finely chopped onion
1 egg, beaten slightly
1/4 c. fine dry bread crumbs
2 tbsp. chopped parsley
1/4 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
2 c. mashed potatoes
1/4 c. mild shredded cheese

Mix thoroughly 1/2 cup soup, beef, onion, egg, bread crumbs, parsley and seasonings. Press firmly into 9 inch pie plate. Bake 25 minutes at 350 degrees; spoon off fat. Frost with potatoes; top with remaining soup and cheese. Bake 10 minutes more or until done. Garnish with cooked sliced bacon if desired. Makes one 9 inch meat pie.