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Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food

Mince and Tatties is a traditional Scottish Comfort food which is easy to prepare and a joy for all your fellow servants to enjoy downstairs at your Abbey.

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Scottish Mince and Tatties, Easy Weeknight Comfort Food

Mince and Tatties is a traditional Scottish Comfort food which is easy to prepare and a joy for all your fellow servants to enjoy downstairs at your Abbey.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Edwardian, Low Fat, Scottish
Keyword Downton Abbey Recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef/ mince
  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 3 cups beef stock
  • 1 cup carrots, finely chopped
  • 1 cup peas
  • 6 cups mashed potatos

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet to medium and add the mince, pressing to break up into smaller pieces.
  • Once the meat has browned, add the butter and diced onion and cook another 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir until all the flour is absorbed.
  • Add the beef stock, carrots and simmer for 20 minutes until the gravy has thickened.
  • The peas cook quickly so add them in the last five minutes of cooking.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve by putting your mashed tatties (potatoes) on the bottom with the mince on top.

Notes

Follow this link for the recipe to make the best mashed potatoes

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