heavy stockpot with the soup bone
This Aunt Marg's Pressed Beef relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as beef (inexpensive cut), x meaty soup bone, x onion, peeled & quartered and x carrot, quartered. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 608 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026