Beef Crumble
Who said crumbles had to be sweet? We’ve used a cheesy, oaty topping to cover our comforting filling of tender beef and veggies. The end result is this dreamy Beef Crumble, that’ll go down a treat with a side of vegetables or some Creamy Mashed Potatoes.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories453
- Carbs43g
- Protein38g
- Fat13g
- Saturates4.9g
- Sugars12g
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Next time you need some comfort food, give this Beef Crumble a try. It might sound a bit unusual, but there’s no reason a crumble can’t be savoury! To make the crunchy golden topping, we’ve mixed flour and oats with cheese and chopped parsley.
This crisps up beautifully in the oven, until you can’t resist digging through it to the homely beef and veggies underneath.
You’ll love how much goodness we’ve packed into the filling for this recipe. Alongside hearty beef mince, we’ve thrown butternut squash, peppers, mushrooms, carrots and courgette into the mix.
All the ingredients cook down until the mixture is thick and rich, perfect for a family dinner. It’s wholesome and filling enough to enjoy on its own, but we like to load our plate up with extra green goodness, like our Garlic Green Beans.
What diets is this Beef Crumble suitable for?:
This Beef Crumble recipe is suitable for gluten-free and dairy-free diets, as long as you swap out the following ingredients for suitable alternatives:
- To make the recipe gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour, oats and Henderson’s relish.
- To make the recipe dairy-free, use a dairy-free cheese.
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Beef Crumble?
You won’t need any fancy ingredients to make this dish.
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How many calories are in this Beef Crumble?
There are 453 calories per portion in this Beef Crumble recipe, which means it falls into our Weekly Indulgence recipe category. If you’re counting calories or following one of the popular diet plans like Weight Watchers, this recipe fits in perfectly!
NHS guidelines suggest men should aim for 2,500 calories per day to maintain a healthy body weight, and women require around 2000 calories. Each person has different calorie requirements depending on their goal, so you may want to adjust your daily calorie intake according to your own personal goal.
Step 1
Place the flour and oats in a medium bowl and mix. Add the reduced-fat spread and rub into the flour and oats to form coarse breadcrumbs.
Step 2
Add the garlic granules, cheese, parsley and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until combined and set aside.
Step 3
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced beef and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides. Add the onion, garlic, butternut squash, peppers and carrot. Stir well and cook for a further 5-10 minutes.
Step 5
Add the mushrooms, courgette, chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, crumbled beef stock cube, Worcestershire sauce or Henderson’s relish, mixed herbs and salt and black pepper. Stir well, cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the butternut squash and carrots are just tender and the mixture is thick. If the mixture has not thickened, remove the lid and continue to simmer for a little longer to reduce.
Step 6
Place the filling mixture in an 18 x 27cm ovenproof dish and spread out evenly. Place the crumble on top and spread out to cover the filling. Place in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until piping hot throughout and the crumble is golden.
Step 7
Serve with steamed green vegetables or other accompaniment of your choice.
What could I serve with this Beef Crumble?
This is a hearty and filling dinner that you could serve with a simple side of steamed green vegetables. An 80g portion of steamed greens would add 38 calories to your meal, for a total of 491 calories.
Alternatively, you could serve alongside any of the following recipes.
How do you know when Beef Crumble is cooked?
You should cook this Beef Crumble until the mince is cooked all the way through, the vegetables are tender, and the mixture has reduced and is thick and not too runny. The beef and vegetable filling needs to be nice and thick, so it doesn’t make the crumble soggy.
The assembled crumble should be cooked in the oven for 30-35 minutes, until the topping is golden and crunchy.
Here in the UK, the standard advice is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and maintained that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep you and your family safe!
How long can you keep Beef Crumble in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat this meal within 4 hours.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Beef Crumble in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Can I freeze Beef Crumble?
Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Beef Crumble?
From chilled: For best results, reheat in a moderate oven until piping hot. You can also reheat in a microwave, although the topping may not get as crispy. Place in a microwavable container with a loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat from chilled.
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Beef Crumble
Who said crumbles had to be sweet? We’ve used a cheesy, oaty topping to cover our comforting filling of tender beef and veggies. The end result is this dreamy Beef Crumble, that’ll go down a treat with a side of vegetables or some Creamy Mashed Potatoes.
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Prep Time
20 MINS
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Cook Time
1 HR 10
- KCals 453
- Carbs 43G
Instructions
- Place the flour and oats in a medium bowl and mix. Add the reduced-fat spread and rub into the flour and oats to form coarse breadcrumbs.
- Add the garlic granules, cheese, parsley and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until combined and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.
- Add the minced beef and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides. Add the onion, garlic, butternut squash, peppers and carrot. Stir well and cook for a further 5-10 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, courgette, chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, crumbled beef stock cube, Worcestershire sauce or Henderson's relish, mixed herbs and salt and black pepper. Stir well, cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the butternut squash and carrots are just tender and the mixture is thick. If the mixture has not thickened, remove the lid and continue to simmer for a little longer to reduce.
- Place the filling mixture in an 18 x 27cm ovenproof dish and spread out evenly. Place the crumble on top and spread out to cover the filling. Place in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until piping hot throughout and the crumble is golden.
- Serve with steamed green vegetables or other accompaniment of your choice.
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