Hearty One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Bake
This delightful Hearty One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Bake is inspired by Huey Hewitson, offering a comforting meal that's perfect for cozy dinners. I've made it a bit more personal by cutting back on some ingredients while adding others for more flavor and texture. This dish boasts tender, succulent beef, flavored with rich soy and Worcestershire sauces, complemented by aromatics like garlic and thyme. Optional potatoes add a heartiness that can transform the dish into a complete meal, but you can easily serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice. Perfect for family gatherings or a relaxed evening, this one-pot wonder brings warmth and satisfaction.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Soy Sauce
3 tablespoons (none)
Worcestershire Sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
Plain Flour
1/4 cup (none)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
Pepper
1/2 teaspoon (freshly ground)
Bay Leaves
3 (whole)
Thyme
3 sprigs (fresh)
Lean Beef
1 kg (cubed)
Garlic Cloves
3 (minced or 3 teaspoons jarred garlic)
Carrot
1 (medium, sliced)
Onion
1 (large, cut into chunky wedges)
New Potatoes
6 (small, halved (optional))
Celery Ribs
2 (sliced (optional))
Red Wine
1 cup (none)
Beef Stock
1 cup (none)
Parsley
2 tablespoons (fresh, finely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan forced) or 200°C (normal).
2
In a large casserole dish or a heavy-bottomed pot suitable for oven use, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, plain flour, salt, pepper, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs until well combined.
3
Place the pot over medium heat and cook for a few minutes until the flour mixture is smooth and begins to bubble, indicating that the flour has dissolved.
4
Add the cubed beef, minced garlic, sliced carrot, onion (chunky or fine as per preference), and, if desired, the new potatoes and celery to the pot.
5
Pour in the red wine and beef stock, stirring well with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
6
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the oven. Cook for approximately 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.
7
Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as necessary. If you have omitted the potatoes, serve the delicious stew over creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice for a fulfilling meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The name of the recipe is Hearty One-Pot Beef and Vegetable Bake.
Who is the inspiration for this dish?
This recipe is inspired by Huey Hewitson.
What is the recommended oven temperature for a fan-forced oven?
Preheat your oven to 180°C if using the fan-forced setting.
What temperature should I set a normal oven to?
For a normal oven, set the temperature to 200°C.
How much beef is needed for this recipe?
You will need 1 kg of lean beef, cubed.
Is browning the beef required before baking?
No, the instructions indicate adding the cubed beef directly to the mixture before transferring to the oven.
What are the primary liquid ingredients for the sauce?
The sauce includes 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 cup of red wine, and 1 cup of beef stock.
How long does the beef bake in the oven?
The dish should cook for approximately 1.5 hours.
Can I add potatoes to this dish?
Yes, you can optionally add 6 small halved new potatoes.
What can I serve with this bake if I don't use potatoes?
If you omit the potatoes, you can serve the stew over creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice.
What thickener is used for the sauce?
1/4 cup of plain flour is used to thicken the sauce.
How many bay leaves are used?
The recipe calls for 3 whole bay leaves.
Should the cooking pot be covered in the oven?
Yes, cover the pot with a lid before transferring it to the oven.
What type of garlic can be used?
You can use 3 minced garlic cloves or 3 teaspoons of jarred garlic.
What vegetables are included in the base recipe?
The recipe includes sliced carrot and onion cut into chunky wedges.
Can celery be added to this bake?
Yes, 2 sliced celery ribs are an optional addition for extra flavor.
How much red wine should I use?
The recipe requires 1 cup of red wine.
How do I know when the flour mixture is ready on the stove?
Cook until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble, which indicates the flour has dissolved.
What herbs are used for seasoning?
The dish is seasoned with fresh thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and garnished with fresh parsley.
How much beef stock is required?
You will need 1 cup of beef stock.
What should I do once the bake is finished cooking?
Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
How should the carrot be prepared?
The medium carrot should be sliced.
What amount of soy sauce is used?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Is it necessary to stir the dish while it cooks?
Yes, the instructions recommend stirring the pot occasionally during the 1.5-hour cooking time.
How much salt and pepper is recommended?
Use 1/4 teaspoon of salt (or to taste) and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper.
What type of pot is best for this recipe?
A large casserole dish or a heavy-bottomed pot suitable for oven use is recommended.
How is the parsley used?
2 tablespoons of fresh, finely chopped parsley are used for the final dish.
How should the onion be cut?
The onion can be cut into chunky wedges or fine pieces depending on your preference.
Is this a good recipe for family gatherings?
Yes, it is described as a one-pot wonder perfect for family gatherings or relaxed evenings.
What is the texture of the beef after cooking?
The beef becomes tender and succulent as it melds with the flavors in the oven.