Ingredients
Rich beef in red wine
mash
Method
Rich beef in red wine
1.In a bowl, combine celery, onion, wine, apricots and herbs. Set aside 30 minutes.
2.Preheat to 160°C.
3.Heat oil in a large, flameproof casserole dish on high. Toss meat in flour, shaking off excess. Brown in batches, 3-4 minutes each. Transfer to a plate.
4.Add wine mixture to dish and cook, stirring, 2-3 minutes, until celery is tender. Return meat to dish and cook, stirring, 1-2 minutes. Pour in stock and bring to the bowl. Bake, covered, 1 1/2 hours.
5.Add mushrooms. Return to oven and bake, covered, a further 20-25 minutes, until meat is tender. Boil potatoes 20-25 minutes, until tender. Drain well and mash with milk, butter, and season to taste. Serve.
If preferred, use half potatoes and half jerusalem artichokes.
Note