Savoury Mince
This basic recipe can be turned into many meals: shepherd’s pie, lasagne, chilli con carne or nachos to name a few. It will become a whānau favourite!
Preparation time
15 minutes
Serves
4
What you need
1 tablespoon oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon crushed garlic (optional)
250g lean mince
1 medium carrot, chopped
2 cups of other seasonal vegetables, chopped e.g. peppers, courgette or celery
2 tablespons tomato paste
½ cup red lentils
1 teaspoon dried herbs e.g. basil, oregano, mixed herbs
2 cups beef stock (liquid)
Salt and pepper to taste
Method
Heat oil in heavy bottomed saucepan, add onion and garlic and cook for a few minutes over medium heat until softened.
Add mince and cook for a few minutes until browned, stirring constantly to break up large pieces.
Add remaining ingredients except salt and pepper, bring to the boil then reduce heat.
Gently simmer for 20 minutes.
Add salt and pepper to taste then serve.
Variations
Spice it up and add some dried chilli flakes – a small pinch is all you need but add more if you like extra heat
