Cottage Pie (Freezer Meal)

1 lb. hamburger
1 C. onion, chopped
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-15 oz. can green beans, drained
1-10.5 oz. can tomato soup, undiluted
1/2 C. mild or medium picante sauce
4 C. mashed potatoes
1 1/2 C. cheddar cheese, grated

Brown ground beef with onion.  Add seasonings.  Drain off excess grease from ground beef and spread evenly in 8x8 pan, 3 qt. baking dish, or individual pot pies.  Layer green beans on top of beef, followed by tomato soup and picante sauce.  Top with mashed potatoes.  Sprinkle with cheese.  Cover with tinfoil and freeze.

To Serve:  Thaw completely.  Bake at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes or until heated through.  Serve with bread for a complete meal.