Today I’m very excited to share my One Pot Minced Beef Hotpot with you! I love comfort food and there’s nothing I like better than a good old fashioned beef or lamb stew. So when Simply Beef & Lamb asked if I’d like to take part in their #LivePeasant campaign, designed to get home cooks using a more rustic approach to their cooking, I jumped at the chance. Simply Beef and Lamb support both the Red Tractor Mark and the Quality Standard Mark for beef and lamb and if you visit their website you can find your nearest Quality Standard butcher. As most of us are rushed for time these days it’s good to make a midweek meal that’s not fiddly, cooks in one pot and will satisfy your family. Our ancestors would have cooked everything in one pot, there were no range cookers back then so I think it’s nice to go back to basics and think simple and delicious!
I decided to make this One Pot Minced Beef Hotpot after a quick brainstorming session with hubby. We discussed having potatoes in the stew but decided a layer of potatoes on top would be nice and to give the hotpot a bit of back bone I decided a dash of creamed horseradish would be rather nice along with lots of lovely sweet root vegetables and a few peas!
I’ve never made a Hotpot before but I have to say it was absolutely delicious and a big hit with the family. This was a very economical meal as the beef only cost me £3.20 from my local butchers and the vegetables were all good old fashioned basic ones so nice and cheap too! What I also loved about this dish was that once it was assembled I had a whole hour to myself, no veg to cook towards the end, just plate up and serve! Best of all there was only one pot to wash up after the meal, so a total win/win situation, a saving on washing up liquid too!
- 3 tbsp Rapeseed Oil
- 2 Large onions, diced
- 400g Beef shin or casserole steak, minced
- 275g Swede, diced
- 2 Large carrots, chopped
- 2 Parsnips, chopped
- 1 Cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp Plain flour
- 500 mls Beef stock
- 4 shakes of Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tbsp Cream of horseradish sauce
- 500g Potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 15g Melted butter or 1 tbsp oil (for glazing potatoes)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- In a large oven proof pan (I used cast iron) heat the oil over a medium heat and sweat the onions under a lid until tender, stirring occasionally (about 8 minutes).
- Push the onions to the outside, turn the heat up a little, add the mince and fry until browned all over.
- Add another tbsp of oil then add all the chopped vegetables and fry for a couple of minutes stirring.
- Next add the flour and cook for a further minute, stirring.
- Preheat oven to 180ºC.
- Add the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish sauce, seasoning and peas, bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Take off the heat, lay overlapping potato slices on top and then brush with melted butter or oil.
- Replace the lid and bake for 1 hour.
- Remove lid and place under a hot grill until potatoes start to go golden (about 8 minutes).
- Serve on its own or with some crusty bread.
For more #LivePeasant recipe inspiration do check out the Simply Beef and Lamb Facebook page. I shall also be adding fellow bloggers #LivePeasant recipe posts here:
Beef Goulash – Kavey Eats
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Beef Goulash – Recipes from a Pantry
Comforting Lamb and Pearl Barley Stew – Utterly Scrummy Food for Families
Rustic One-Pot Lamb Stew with Potatoes, Tomatoes & Anchovies – Supergolden Bakes
Lamb & Bean One Pot Casserole – Fuss Free Flavours
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Lamb, Vegetable and Lentil Soup with Cabbage – Fab Food 4 All
NB: This is a commissioned post for Simply Beef and Lamb. All opinions are my own.
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Tracy Nixon
27/04/2017 at 2:49 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
My family love mince dishes and I am in need of some inspiration as I seem to make the same old spag bol, lasagne, shepherds pie. cottage pie or chilli! This looks and sound delicious!
Camilla
27/04/2017 at 5:17 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Tracy, I’m sure you’ll love it;-)
Yvonne
18/04/2017 at 8:35 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Hello Camilla,
This is so tasty and lovely. Thank you for the recipe, it’s a keeper.
Bless you.
Camilla
18/04/2017 at 8:43 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Aaw, thank you Yvonne, so kind of you:-)
Amy Fidler
16/03/2017 at 7:49 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
My kind of comfort food x
Camilla
16/03/2017 at 1:24 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Amy, so good:-)
Richard Eldred Hawes
13/02/2017 at 9:19 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Mince is very versatile, and certainly makes a delicious hotpot
Camilla
14/02/2017 at 12:34 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks, it is a fab dish-)
Helen Moulden
12/01/2017 at 2:07 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I think hotpot is my favourite dish. This recipe looks great, must try it!
Camilla
12/01/2017 at 5:33 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
It is fab, do let me know if you try it:-)
Dave Pinkerton
28/11/2016 at 5:43 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Just put it in the oven. Can’t wait now mmmm
Camilla
28/11/2016 at 9:49 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Fabulous Dave! Do let me know what you think!
Sam
16/11/2016 at 12:57 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
So pleased I found your website. I was searching to do something a little different for tonight’s dinner – this looks so yummy, can’t wait to try it. Thank you
Camilla
16/11/2016 at 9:07 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thank you Sam, glad you found me:-)
Lorraine Crawford
10/11/2016 at 1:19 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Looks tasty, it’s good to find something a bit different, will give this one a go!
Camilla
10/11/2016 at 8:51 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Great Lorraine, I’m sure you’ll love it:-)
Paul Wilson
31/10/2016 at 1:30 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Would be lovely now it’s getting colder.
Camilla
31/10/2016 at 1:58 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Paul-)
Tim Bain
23/10/2016 at 9:55 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Proper winter grub.
Maya Russell
21/06/2016 at 6:06 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Like the look of the crispy potatoes, so tempting! Another warming recipe, thanks.
Camilla
21/06/2016 at 11:57 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Maya, it is a fabulous comforting dish:-)
Penelope Harper
26/05/2016 at 8:46 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This was soooo tasty – even the grandkids ate it with more relish than I’ve seen in a long time. Yum!
Camilla
26/05/2016 at 10:42 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thank you Penelope, so glad you all enjoyed it, thanks for letting me know:-)
lornajaykay
15/04/2016 at 7:34 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This is a very popular “winter-warmer”, but to be honest I could eat it all year round 🙂 The weather forecast has just offered ice and snow for tomorrow – that deserves a hotpot I think!
Camilla
16/04/2016 at 12:15 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Brr, yes definitely Hotpot weather!
Over a Cuppa
07/04/2016 at 12:49 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I don’t think I have ever made hotpot either! Looks gorgeous and very comforting, shall add to list especially as spring has turned back to winter it seems!
Camilla
07/04/2016 at 9:51 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks, yes spring seems very reluctant this year!
Sarah James @ Tales From The Kitchen Shed
22/03/2016 at 1:28 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This looks delicious Camilla, love a one pot meal.
Camilla
22/03/2016 at 7:48 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Sarah, it was delicious and I’ll definitely be making this again:-)
Heather Haigh
20/03/2016 at 6:32 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Fabulous comfort food, mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Camilla
20/03/2016 at 7:33 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Heather it really is:-)
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry
19/03/2016 at 1:49 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Hey Camilla, just sent this recipe of to my BIL who was asking about hotpots.
Camilla
19/03/2016 at 2:44 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Great, thanks Bintu:-)
Rachel
19/03/2016 at 1:00 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This is my kind of main Camilla, for a cold dull day like today, this is perfect x
Camilla
19/03/2016 at 2:44 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Rachel, me too:-)
Miss Kitty Kaos
19/03/2016 at 9:35 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This hotpot looks so yummy and comforting x
Camilla
19/03/2016 at 12:06 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks it really is lush:-)
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry
18/03/2016 at 8:55 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Comforting, warming and perfect. Just what I need right now.
Camilla
18/03/2016 at 11:03 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Me too Bintu:-)
Tara
18/03/2016 at 6:48 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Great looking meal, I want to dive right in!!
Camilla
18/03/2016 at 8:17 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Tara:-)
Shelby
18/03/2016 at 12:37 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
One pot meals are the best! I love everything from the great blend of flavors to less mess 🙂
Camilla
18/03/2016 at 2:04 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Shelby, it’s a winning dish on all fronts that’s for sure:-)
Charla @ that girl cooks healthy
17/03/2016 at 11:49 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Wow! Stunning photography I sure want to dig into this beef hotpot.
Camilla
18/03/2016 at 2:04 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Aaw, thank you so much Charla:-)
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
17/03/2016 at 11:34 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Rustic ALWAYS works for me. And I love the title “hot pot.”
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 11:42 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Dorothy:-)
Boastful Food
17/03/2016 at 11:19 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Wow! This looks fantastic! Perfect comfort food and easy clean up, too! Great recipe!
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 11:42 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Yes it’s so easy and delicious:-)
Lucy Melissa Smith (Hello Beautiful Bear)
17/03/2016 at 11:15 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I used to love hotpot when we were eating meat. I am now scouring the internet for veggie one-pot recipes but I couldn’t help taking a look at this to see if you make it the way we did! X
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 11:43 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
And there’s me a complete newcomer:-)
Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction
17/03/2016 at 10:16 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This hotpot is definitely one of my favourite comfort meals!
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 10:52 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Marsha:-)
Angela Milnes
17/03/2016 at 9:25 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I’m a big hotpot fan. I love the potatoes sliced and baked! So so tasty.
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 10:52 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I’m a big fan now too:-)
Fashion and Style Police
17/03/2016 at 9:19 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This looks very delicious. Would love to try this.
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 10:53 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks, I’m sure you’d love it:-)
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche
17/03/2016 at 9:05 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I love cooking a hotpot with sliced potatoes on top – the top ones get crispy and the bottom ones soak up all the gravy 🙂 so yummy!
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 10:53 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Exactly right Becca:-)
Emma White
17/03/2016 at 8:53 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
oh wow this looks and sounds amazing I must give it a try myself
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 8:54 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
You’ll love it I’m sure Emma:-)
Kavey
17/03/2016 at 9:00 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I love mince dishes, I think it’s so underutilised – just spagbol and chilli and not much else. This looks delicious!
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 8:54 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Kavey, yes I have to say I’ve been missing a trick by not making this before now!
Jo of Jo's Kitchen
17/03/2016 at 7:23 am (UTC 1) Link to this comment
I love cooking in one pot and would describe all my food as rustic so this is the perfect dish for me!
Camilla
17/03/2016 at 8:55 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Great Jo, I’m sure your family would love it:-)
Ciara Attwell
16/03/2016 at 8:52 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
This looks delicious. There’s nothing like a warmy hotpot on cold day’s like today! Have yummed and pinned!
Camilla
16/03/2016 at 10:19 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Ciara, yes spring is being a bit slow this year so comfort food is called for:-)
Janice
16/03/2016 at 8:21 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
That looks yummy and bound to please the family.
Camilla
16/03/2016 at 8:27 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Janice, yes my family loved it:-)
Elinor Hill aka Beachhutcook
16/03/2016 at 2:21 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Looks the perfect feed-the-family type dish which would be perfect for our people. I have a rugby playing son who often eats two dinners, one small dinner before rugby and a HUGE dinner afterwards and this is very much his thing!
Camilla
16/03/2016 at 2:54 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Elinor:-) I have a teenage son who doesn’t play sports but be has hollow legs too!
Debra @ Bowl Me Over
16/03/2016 at 2:16 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Oh my that looks absolutely amazing! Nothing can compare to the taste of a beautiful slow cooked meal. YUM!
Camilla
16/03/2016 at 2:53 pm (UTC 1) Link to this comment
Thanks Debra, you’re so right:-)
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