Here we go again – the Jamie’s 30-Minute Meals challenge. And this time I didn’t leave anything out because there was no dessert, so I was pretty nervous we would be eating at midnight. There were four different dishes so it seemed a little overwhelming but I rolled up my sleeves, turned on the oven, got out all the ingredients and the food processor and started work. About 40 minutes later, I lifted my head and surprisingly it was all done. Not bad at all and a lot of food had been prepared. The family tucked in and were impressed. This is good homely style food which is perfect for the cold winter we are having.
This is not a low Fodmap recipe.
- 4 baking potatoes
- Few sprigs of rosemary
- Sour cream (for the potatoes)
- 500g beef mince
- 2 sprigs of thyme
- 1 red onion
- 3 sticks of celery
- 2 carrots
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce BUY HERE
- Bunch of parsley, chopped
- 4 rashers of smoky bacon, chopped BUY HERE
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 400g tin butter beans, drained BUY HERE
- Red wine vinegar BUY HERE
- Fresh basil
- 1 packet of salad leaves
- 1 avocado
- 1 heaped tbsp sour cream
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt & pepper
- Olive oil
- Put the grill on high and stick a baking tray under it to heat up. Wash the potatoes and stab a few times, put in a bowl and cover with cling film. Microwave for 14-16 minutes.
- Put the mince in a hot frying pan along with a dash of olive oil, thyme leaves and seasoning. Fry and stir, browning all over. Meanwhile slice up the bacon and fry gently in another pan.
- When the mince has browned, coat with the Worcestershire sauce and add the garlic and half the rosemary leaves. Put the onion, celery and carrot into a food processor and get them sliced up, then add to the mince. Stir frequently.
- When the bacon is golden, add the beans (with their juice) and tomatoes to the pan and simmer away.
- The potatoes will be done but make sure by sticking a knife into one to make sure it is soft. If they are, drizzle with olive oil, the rest of the rosemary and some salt and pepper. Toss to coat then pop under the grill to crisp up.
- Place the salad leaves in a bowl.
Liz says
WOW! I’m impressed that you made all this in 40 minutes. I rarely eat baked potatoes, but this version looks excellent!!!
admin says
I never eat baked potatoes either because they take at least an hour in the oven and that’s really too long. This way, the microwave quarters that time and then there’s just a bit of crisping up to do. Of course the sour cream helps.
Suzanne
Hotly Spiced says
You did so well to put all of that together in 40 minutes. That’s so impressive especially with that extensive ingredients list. And it looks like a great family meal too xx
admin says
I was pretty pleased with myself but it simply wasn’t as onerous as I thought it was going to be. My husband’s eyes did bulge a little when he saw the shopping list – that’s his job each day.
Suzanne
Peasepudding says
Jamie 30 minute meals are great we love him in our household. Here’s the link to Julys Sweet NZ, come and join us
https://aftertasteblog.wordpress.com/2012/07/02/sweet-new-zealand/
admin says
Thanks for the link, Alli. I will go check it out.
Suzanne
Rich says
Its a great meal – I managed to make it in 50mins – maybe I should be more prepared. Quite how Jamie makes it in 30 is a miracle although I have seen him do it on the TV.
Its very worthwhile, and everyone in the household loved it – just left them to clear up the bombsite (kitchen).
ric9887 says
Its a great meal – I managed to make it in 50mins – maybe I should be more prepared. Quite how Jamie makes it in 30 is a miracle although I have seen him do it on the TV.
Its very worthwhile, and everyone in the household loved it – just left them to clear up the bombsite (kitchen).
LCC says
I don’t get it. Where does the red wine vinegar go and what do you do with the tomato/bacon/bean mix?!
Penelope says
Goes into the beans which are a side dish.
Cheryl Poulsen says
Made this Beef Hash last night and it was delicious and soooo easy!