This Beef & Veal Casserole is a classic vintage dish featuring a rich combination of ground beef, veal, mushrooms, and creamy supreme sauce. Tender pieces of meat are browned, layered, and baked together with Parmesan and fresh parsley, creating a decadent and comforting meal. The recipe combines traditional European casserole techniques with French-inspired sauce-making, resulting in a creamy, flavorful entrée perfect for a cozy family dinner or a hearty weekend meal.
Ingredients
For the Casserole:
- ¼ lb ground beef
- ¼ lb veal
- ½ cups onions (chopped )
- 1 cup tomato purée
- 3 cups mushrooms (sliced)
- ½ clove garlic (chopped)
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 tbsp butter (for browning)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated )
- ½ cup cooked chicken (finely chopped)
- 1 raw egg (lightly beaten)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
For the Supreme Sauce:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups broth (beef or chicken)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Meat
- Cut beef and veal into small cubes if not ground.
- Grind the meats together until well combined.
- Brown in butter for 20 minutes or until lightly caramelized.
Step 2: Prepare the Sauce
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in broth until smooth and slightly thickened.
Step 3: Combine Casserole Ingredients
- In a bowl, mix browned beef, veal, 468cooked chicken, onions, mushrooms, parsley, red whine Parmesan, and beaten egg.
- Add supreme sauce and tomato purée, stirring until well coated.9
Step 4: Assemble and Bake33
- Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish.33
- Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes.16
- Remove foil and bake an additional 20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Step 5: Serve
- Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.0
- Serve warm with crusty bread or roasted vegetables.152
Tips
- Use half beef and half veal for best flavor balance, as the card suggests.
- Brown the meat well to develop rich flavor before combining in the sauce.
- Parmesan adds salt, taste before adding additional salt.
- Add extra mushrooms for a heartier, earthier casserole.
- Substitute ground meat if chopping or grinding by hand isn’t convenient.
- Add a breadcrumb-Parmesan topping for a gratinéed finish.
- Fresh parsley brightens the dish; add some at the end as well as in the mixture.
- Serve over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a full meal.
- For milder flavor, replace veal with more beef or with turkey.
- Make ahead and refrigerate; reheat gently to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
Calories: 468kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 33gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.7gCholesterol: 152mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 510mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 480IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 3.5mg
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