Ingredients:

2 pounds ground beef

1 small onion, 2 1/2 ounces

1 medium carrot, chopped, about 2 1/2 ounces

1 teaspoon xanthan gum

1 cup beef broth

1 tablespoons low carb ketchup

1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, or to taste

spices and herbs of your choice

salt and pepper, to taste

1 batch faux mashed potatoes, from fresh cauliflower

1 leek, sliced and sautéed in 1 tablespoon butter until tender, about 3 ounces

2 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions:

1. Brown the beef with the onion and carrots until the carrots are tender; drain the grease. Sprinkle the xanthan gum over the meat and stir in well. Add the broth; bring to a boil. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce and herbs and cook to heat through. Adjust the seasonings to taste with spices, herbs, salt and pepper. Put in a large casserole dish.

2. Carefully spread the mashed cauliflower over the meat mixture; top with the leeks and sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 400º about 25 minutes or until the top is golden.

3. Makes 4-6 servings.

4. Can be frozen.

Bon Appetit!