Beef and Ale Hachee Casserole

Prep Time: 10 Mins
Cook Time: 1 Hr
Portions: 1

Beef and Ale Hachee Casserole is a hearty, traditional dish developed for butchers producing raw, oven-ready meals. It delivers classic British comfort with strong visual appeal, making it ideal for the fresh counter. Customers recognise the flavour profile instantly, which supports confident purchasing and repeat sales.

Diced rump steak forms the foundation of this dish. It offers a firm texture and rich beef flavour that holds well during slow cooking. Verstegen Hachee Sauce coats the meat evenly and provides a deep, savoury base with subtle sweetness. This creates a slow-cooked eating experience while keeping preparation simple for the butcher. Verstegen Beef Steak Spices enhance the beef further, adding balance and seasoning without overpowering the dish.

Ale adds warmth and depth, reinforcing the traditional casserole identity. It pairs naturally with the hachee profile and appeals strongly to customers seeking classic pub-style flavours. Carrots and button mushrooms add texture, colour, and perceived value. They also help create a well-balanced dish that looks generous in the tray.

Verstegen Binding DS plays a key functional role. It delivers a consistent sauce texture during cooking and prevents thinning or separation. This ensures a rich, glossy finish on the plate and improves overall eating quality. The result is a casserole that performs reliably every time.

Cherry tomatoes and fresh thyme complete the dish. They give a fresh, handcrafted appearance that enhances shelf presence. This simple garnish also helps communicate quality and care at the counter.

For butchers, this product offers ease of assembly and dependable results. It suits foil trays perfectly and labels clearly as a premium beef and ale casserole. It works well as a standalone meal or within a seasonal promotion. Overall, the Beef and Ale Hachee Casserole delivers tradition, consistency, and strong consumer appeal, supported by trusted Verstegen products.

Method

Combine all the ingredients together in a foil tray.

Garnish with cherry tomatoes and thyme.

 

Cover with foil and cook for 1hr at 160°c.

Ingredients

250g Diced Rump Steak

250g Hachee Sauce

2g Verstegen Beef Steak Spices

50g Diced Carrot

50g Button Mushrooms

100ml Ale

2g Verstegen Binding DS Pure

Cherry Tomatoes

Fresh Thyme

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