Autumn Casserole Recipe

Name: Autumn Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 175 g pearl barley; 500 g lamb necks, fillet cut into large cubes; 25 g butter; 25 g plain flour; 2 tablespoons tomato puree; 2 vegetable bouillon cubes, made up with; 900 ml water; 1 large leek, washed and sliced into thick rings; 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thick rings; 2 sticks celery, cut into 5cm sticks

Servings: persons

1
Place the pearl barley in a pan and cover with cold water, bring to the boil and simmer for 30 minutes, keeping the water topped up.
2
Drain the barley and reserve any liquid.
3
Cook the lamb in a large pan over a high heat until sealed and browned on all sides then remove from the pan.
4
Melt the butter in the same pan, add the flour and cook until the roux is a golden brown colour then stir in the tomato puree
5
Add the stock slowly, stirring all the time, bring to the boil.
6
Add the pearl barley, any reserved liquid and the vegetables and cook gently for 30-35 minutes.
7
Season to taste before serving.

462

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 175 g pearl barley, 500 g lamb necks, fillet cut into large cubes, 25 g butter, 25 g plain flour, and more.

Yes, Autumn Casserole falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Autumn Casserole

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