Dijon Beef Peas and Potatoes
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Dijon Beef Peas and Potatoes

This one-pan dinner is perfect for a high-protein meal that serves the whole family. With lean beef mince, waxy potatoes, and a touch of Dijon mustard, it's a complete dish that's both hearty and flavorful. The addition of peas and a creamy finish with crème fraîche or sour cream makes it a comforting choice for any night.

A high-protein, one-pan dinner featuring lean beef, potatoes, and peas with a creamy Dijon finish.

Serves 2 adults + 4 children

~40 min

Ingredients

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 tbsp
  • Ground Beef750 g
  • Onions, finely diced×1
  • Red Potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1.5 cm dice900 g
  • Beef Stock, plus a little extra if needed400 ml
  • Thyme1 tsp
  • Dijon Mustard2 tbsp
  • Frozen Peas300 g
  • Crème Fraîche, or full-fat sour cream200 g
  • Fine Salt, plus more only if needed½ tsp
  • Parsley, chopped optional2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef

    Heat the oil in a large, deep pan over high heat. Add the beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it up, until browned.

  2. Cook the Onion

    Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add the potatoes, stock or water, thyme and salt and bring to a boil.

  3. Simmer the Potatoes

    Cover and simmer over medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the potatoes are tender.

  4. Add Mustard and Peas

    Stir in the mustard and peas and cook uncovered for 2 minutes.

  5. Finish with Cream

    Remove from the heat and stir in the crème fraîche or sour cream. Taste before adding more salt, scatter with parsley and serve.

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