Peel the potatoes, halve and cook in boiling salted water for 20+ minutes until done. Drain, reserving 1 1/2 cups hot liquid. Add butter and milk to the potatoes and whip to a smooth consistancy.

Dissolve the beef bouillon cube in the hot potato water and set aside. Cube the beef or mince in a processor.

In a heated, large heavy bottomed saucepan, add 2 tbsp. butter. Add the onions and cook until golden, stirring. Add the celery and pepper and continue cooking until the vegetables are softened. If using leftover gravy, add it now. If not, sprinkle vegetables with flour, stir to coat and slowly add the hot bouillon. When sauce is thickened, add the mushrooms and spices. Cook on simmer for 10 minutes.Remove from heat and add the cooked meat and mix. Put in a buttered casserole. Drop the potato mixture by the spoonful on the meat mixture around the edges. Sprinkle paprika on the potatoes. Cook in a 350 F oven for 25 min.. Serves 4. It may also be cooked in a covered casserole in the microwave at 30% for 12 - 15 min., turning once.

NOTE: Other cooked meats may be substituted for beef.