SAVORY MUSHROOM BEEF CASSEROLE That sounds really tasty! Usually baked to perfection, a savoury mushroom beef casserole consists of tender meat, delicious mushrooms, and a creamy sauce.
THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS:
- 1.5 pounds of lean beef, sliced into small pieces.
- Two cups of freshly sliced mushrooms.
- One large onion, cut coarsely.
- Three minced garlic cloves.
- One cup of beef stock.
- One cup of rich cream.
- Two tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
- Two tablespoons olive oil.
- One teaspoon of dried thyme.
- To taste, add salt and pepper.
- Four cups of cooked rice or egg noodles (for serving).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RECIPE:
- Preheat your oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) before you start.
- In a big pan, preheat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the meat chunks with salt and pepper after adding them, then put them aside. Sear the meat until golden brown on both sides, or until a crust forms. Both the taste and the fluids are preserved by this method.
- Transfer both the chopped onion and the chopped mushrooms to the same skillet. Sauté them for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until they are tender and the moisture has evaporated from the mushrooms. Add the minced garlic and heat for a further minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and mushrooms. Stir the ingredients thoroughly to guarantee that the flour is distributed evenly. Stir continuously to avoid lumps developing as you gradually pour in the beef broth. Simmer the mixture for two to three minutes to allow the mixture to thicken.
- Pour in the heavy cream after adding the dried thyme. Continue to simmer, stirring now and again, for an additional two to three minutes, or until the sauce has the right consistency and flavour. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper.
- Sear the meat chunks again and return them to the pan. Before serving, make sure the creamy mushroom sauce coats them evenly. To allow the flavours to meld, stew the mixture for a further two to three minutes on low heat.
- Spread the meat and mushroom mixture evenly and carefully pour it into a casserole dish that has been greased with butter.
- Place the casserole dish in a preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is softly browned.
- When finished, remove from oven and let cool for a while. To ensure that every bite of the Savoury Mushroom Beef Casserole is infused with the rich sauce, it is recommended to serve it over cooked egg noodles or rice.