BEEF BOATS WITH SAILS

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 egg (or use white only)
1/4 cup bread crumbs
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon mixed Italian seasonings
2 cups mashed potatoes
1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese
2 carrots
Peel two carrots and slice into long, wide strips. Fold 8 slices in half and secure with a toothpick. Place in ice water.
Preheat oven to 350°.
In mixing bowl, beat one egg well. Add 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1 medium finely-chopped onion, 1/4 cup bread crumbs, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon mixed Italian seasonings. Mix well.
Divide mixture into 8 parts. Shape into "boats" and place in a baking pan. Do not allow sides to touch.
Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes.
Remove from oven. Fill "boats" with mashed potatoes. Sprinkle each with cheese and broil until cheese is melted.
Remove carrot "sails" from ice water and drain. Stick one carrot "sail" in each "boat."