Ingredients

• 1-1/2 lbs Ground Beef
• 1 refrigerated pie crust (1/2 of 15-ounce package)
• 1-1/4 cups shredded carrots
• 1-1/4 cups shredded russet potatoes
• 3/4 cup shredded onion1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• Ketchup or beef gravy (optional)

Instructions

• 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine Ground Beef , carrots, potatoes, onion, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Divide mixture evenly into 4-6 ovenproof ramekins or bowls, packing mixture down evenly. Set aside.

• 2. Unfold pie crust on flat surface, pressing out fold lines with fingers. Cut crust evenly into six circles, about 3-3/4 inch in diameter. Place crust over each ramekin allowing edges to drape over ramekin rim; crimping edges to seal. Cut three slits in crust to vent; brush top with egg.

• Place ramekins on lined baking sheet. Bake in 400°F oven 30 to 35 minutes, until instant-read thermometer inserted into center registers 160°F and crust is golden brown.
  

• 4. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve with ketchup or gravy, if desired.