One-Serving Beef and Leek Casserole

This one-serving Beef and Leek Casserole is a delicious comfort food dish that can be prepared in just 45 minutes! It’s packed with flavor from lean beef mince, leeks, potatoes, garlic, thyme leaves and smoked paprika powder all simmered together in a savory tomato sauce before being baked in an ovenproof dish until cooked through. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes for a cozy night in!

Cooking Equipment:

Ovenproof dish/casserole dish; Large skillet; Foil; Knife; Chopping board; Measuring spoons/cups

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Cuisine:

British

Keywords:

Beef, Leek, Casserole, Comfort Food

Meal:

Main Course

Cooking Method:

Baking

Dietary Restrictions:

Gluten Free

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Ingredients:

150g lean beef mince

1 leek, sliced into thin rounds

1 large potato, peeled and diced into small cubes

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika powder

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1/2 cup beef stock or water

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef mince and cook until browned. Add the leeks, potatoes, garlic, thyme leaves, smoked paprika powder and tomato paste. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Pour in the beef stock or water and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer then transfer the mixture to an ovenproof dish. Cover with foil then bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through.

Serve hot with your favorite side dishes such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition:

Calories – 400 kcal; Fat – 15 g; Carbohydrates – 30 g; Protein – 25 g; Sodium – 500 mg; Fiber – 5 g List of

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Did You Know?

Sunday roast is a weekly tradition in many British households, consisting of roasted meat (usually beef, lamb, or pork), vegetables, and gravy.