Versatile Basic Mince/Groundbeef Recipe

Name: Versatile Basic Mince/Groundbeef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g lean ground beef (mince); 100 g lean bacon; 1 small onion; 1 teaspoon crushed garlic (optional); 1 cup beef stock (I use 2teasp dry stock in 1 cup water); 4 tablespoons tomato sauce (or ketchup); ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (or more if you like a stronger taste); salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; grated cheese, to top; chopped parsley (to garnish)

Servings: persons

500 g lean ground beef (mince)
100 g lean bacon
1 small onion
1 teaspoon crushed garlic (optional)
1 cup beef stock (I use 2teasp dry stock in 1 cup water)
4 tablespoons tomato sauce (or ketchup)
¼ teaspoon nutmeg (or more if you like a stronger taste)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons heavy cream
grated cheese, to top
chopped parsley (to garnish)

1
Brown the mince, bacon & onion in a non stick pan over medium high heat.
2
Use a dash of oil or butter if pan is not non stick.
3
Add garlic if using.
4
Add stock, tomato sauce and nutmeg and simmer gently for 30mins until reduced to a sauce consistency.
5
Season with salt & pepper.
6
Before serving stir in the cream and if liked stir in a little grated cheese or use cheese to sprinkle over once served.
7
Top with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g lean ground beef (mince), 100 g lean bacon, 1 small onion, 1 teaspoon crushed garlic (optional), and more.

Yes, Versatile Basic Mince/Groundbeef falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Versatile Basic Mince/Groundbeef

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