Easy & Tasty Mince and Tatties Recipe
Mince and tatties is a warm and comforting meal that's perfect for the winter months. Like many Scottish recipes each family has their own take on this classic, and each one will tell you that theirs is the best! This mince and tatties recipe is our own recipe, with tips from family, and we’re happy to share it with you. The best thing is, you can always change things up to suit your own tastes, and make this recipe your own!
Ingredients
- 500 g (1lb) minced beef
- 1 large onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 tbsp butter
- 5 tbsp flour
- 350-450ml beef stock/gravy *see recipe method for details
Instructions
- 1
Dice the onion and peel and chop the...: Dice the onion and peel and chop the carrots into circles.
- 2
Heat a saucepan or pot to a medium...: Heat a saucepan or pot to a medium heat, melt the butter and add the onions, cooking them until they are soft.
- 3
Add the mince, using a wooden spoon to...: Add the mince, using a wooden spoon to break it up so there are no big lumps.
- 4
Add the flour and stir thoroughly.
- 5
Add the carrots and stock/gravy. You should have...: Add the carrots and stock/gravy. You should have enough to cover the meat. It will reduce through the cooking process but if it does so too quickly you can add a bit more.
- 6
Turn to a low heat and simmer until...: Turn to a low heat and simmer until the meat and carrots are tender and it has all thickened up. This will be approximately an hour. You can also cover with a lid if the stock is reducing too quickly.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Meanwhile, prepare your mashed potatoes as desired (we...: Meanwhile, prepare your mashed potatoes as desired (we like lots of butter and seasoning!) and then serve with any other sides like peas or skirlie.
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