Beef Consomme Recipe

Name: Beef Consomme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 egg whites; 2 lbs lean ground beef; mirepoix; 1/2 lb chopped onion; 1/4 lb chopped carrot; 1/4 lb chopped celery; 12 ounces diced tomatoes; 5 quarts beef broth; 2 onions, brulee (onions cut in half and caramelized on the cut side); 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon crushed peppercorn; 8 parsley stems; 2 whole cloves; salt, to taste

Servings: persons

10 egg whites
2 lbs lean ground beef
mirepoix
1/2 lb chopped onion
1/4 lb chopped carrot
1/4 lb chopped celery
12 ounces diced tomatoes
5 quarts beef broth
2 onions, brulee (onions cut in half and caramelized on the cut side)
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed peppercorn
8 parsley stems
2 whole cloves
salt, to taste

1
Whip egg whites until frothy.
2
Combine egg whites, beef, mirepoix, and tomatoes in a stockpot.
3
Add COLD beef broth, mix well.
4
Put spices, except salt, in cheesecloth, tie to seal, and put in broth.
5
Add salt to taste to broth.
6
Bring mixture to a simmer (DO NOT BOIL) you should see a little steam over the surface of the broth, but no bubbling, or as few bubbles rising to the surface as possible.
7
Stirring occasionally.
8
The beef and vegetable mixture will eventually harden and rise to the top.
9
Do not stir after this has happened.
10
Break a hole in the beef mixture to allow broth to bubble through.
11
Simmer approximately 90 minutes.
12
Strain through cheesecloth, degrease.
13
Adjust seasoning.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 egg whites, 2 lbs lean ground beef, mirepoix, 1/2 lb chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Beef Consomme falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Beef Consomme

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