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Tuscan Beef Casserole (Stove Top or Instant Pot)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A hearty and flavorful beef casserole inspired by Tuscan flavors, adaptable for stove top, Instant Pot, or slow cooker.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 600 g lean stewing beef
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 sticks celery, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, chopped into large pieces
  • 4 large mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 400g tin of chopped (diced) tomatoes
  • 360 ml beef stock (use 1 cup/240ml for Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)
  • pinch dried mixed herbs
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (puree)
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 439g can of cannellini beans or butter beans
  • 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch (cornflour)
  • as needed cooking oil spray (olive oil preferred)
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Fresh parsley

Instructions 

  • Spray a deep pot with oil, season beef, brown in batches, then set aside.
  • In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened. Deglaze with balsamic vinegar and a little stock.
  • Add beef, mushrooms, tomatoes, tomato paste, herbs, thyme, onion powder, and remaining stock. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 1 hour 45 minutes.
  • In the last 20 minutes, stir in beans. Mix cornstarch with water, add to casserole, and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Beef