Instructions: In a medium skillet melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the onion, celery, green pepper and bay leaf and cook for 8 minutes over low heat. Pour in the ketchup and water. Stir until blended well. Heat until mixture bubbles then remove from heat. Season with sugar, salt, pepper and Worcestershire sauce. Remove the bay leaf and add beef and carrots. Mix well. Pour into a medium casserole dish. Spread the mashed potaoes over the top of the casserole. Coat with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Bake at 350* for 20 to 25 minutes.

This recipe is great when youve prepared a roast and have leftovers! Of course, cooked ground beef may be used.

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