Budget-Friendly Comfort Food: Hearty Beef Stew with Cheesy Biscuits

Budget-Friendly Comfort Food: Hearty Beef Stew with Cheesy Biscuits
Ingredients
Stew:
1 Kg (2 pounds) ground beef
1-2 onions, chopped
10 mL (2 tsp) fresh thyme leaves
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
45 mL (3 Tbsp) tomato paste
30 mL (2 Tbsp) Marmite
750 mL (3 cups) mixed frozen vegetables
1.5 L (3 cups) beef stock
Flour to thicken if needed

Biscuits:
500 mL (2 cups) flour
10 mL (2 tsp) baking powder
Pinch of salt
125 mL (½ cup) butter, cut into small pieces
325 mL (1 ½ cups) shredded cheese
250 mL (1 cup) buttermilk

Preheat oven to 230ºC (450°F).
Heat a large oven proof pan over medium-high.
Brown the beef, breaking it up as you go.
Add onion, thyme, garlic, salt & pepper.
Stir in tomato paste, and Marmite.
Cook, stirring often, until well incorporated.
Stir in beef stock; bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.
Add peas and carrots; stir to combine.
In a food processor combine, flour, salt, baking powder, and butter.
Whiz until uniform, then transfer to a bowl.
Stir in cheese, and then buttermilk just until incorporated.
Drop biscuit dough directly on top of stew, in small clumps leaving about 1⁄2 inch of space between biscuits.
Place pan in oven and bake until biscuits are browned and flaky, 20 to 22 minutes.
Let stand 5 minutes, and serve.

Welcome back to the kitchen, friends! In today's episode, we're making a delicious and budget-friendly meal using a great deal we found at the grocery store – chubs of ground beef. These chubs are not only affordable but also versatile and perfect for creating a comforting dish. Let's dive into the heartwarming world of homemade beef stew with cheesy biscuits!

Join us in the kitchen as we turn these budget-friendly ingredients into a hearty and soul-satisfying meal. Ground beef in a cast-iron pan is the star of the show, and we'll guide you through the process of browning it to perfection.

As the beef gets a beautiful sear, we'll discuss essential tips for managing the fat content and achieving the right balance. You'll learn when to add seasoning, including salt and pepper, and how to tailor your salt intake based on the beef stock you're using.

Next, we'll introduce fresh thyme, garlic, and a special ingredient – Marmite. You might be familiar with Marmite's unique umami flavor, and it adds a wonderful depth to our stew. Of course, we won't forget to include some beef stock, which is essential for creating the rich and savory base of our stew.

With all these flavorful elements coming together, our beef stew will need some time to simmer and thicken. We'll show you how to make a classic Beurre manié if you want to achieve that perfect consistency, or you can use a simple flour and oil mixture to thicken the stew naturally.

But wait, it's not just any beef stew! We'll add a vibrant mix of frozen vegetables to enhance the taste and texture. The choice of vegetables is flexible, so feel free to use your favorites or whatever you have on hand. The key is to add them at the right time to preserve their freshness and crunch.

Now, let's talk about the pièce de résistance – the cheesy biscuits that will top our beef stew. We'll demonstrate how to create these delectable biscuits from scratch. With the magic of flour, baking powder, salt, and butter in a food processor, you'll achieve a biscuit dough that's both flaky and delightful.

Our cheesy biscuits will then be placed on top of the simmering beef stew, ready to bake in a preheated oven. You'll witness the transformation as the biscuits turn golden brown and irresistibly tempting.

And now, the moment we've all been waiting for – the taste test! With warm, cheesy biscuits and a flavorful beef stew, this meal is pure comfort and satisfaction on a plate. It's budget-friendly, easy to make, and perfect for those cozy evenings at home.

So join us at the table and let's savor this delightful dish together. We're sure you'll fall in love with the hearty combination of savory beef stew and cheesy biscuits. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment below to share your thoughts and culinary adventures. Thanks for joining us in the kitchen, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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