Personal Shepherd's Pies

1 . Stage

Cook and stir beef and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat until beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes; drain and discard grease.

2 . Stage

Reduce heat to low. Stir mushroom soup, corn, ketchup, and pepper into beef mixture; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Divide beef mixture into four 4-inch round baking pans; spread prepared mashed potatoes over beef mixture.

3 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are lightly browned, about 15 minutes.

4 . Stage

Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

5 . Stage

Sprinkle Cheddar cheese evenly over pies. Place pies on a baking sheet.

6 . Stage

Broil until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.