Tomato and Bacon Savoury Mince with Potato Bake
Hearty savoury mince cooked with tomatoes and bacon, served alongside a creamy layered potato bake with cheese. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 100 minutes pairs lean ground beef, chopped bacon rashers, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 500 g lean ground beef
- 4, chopped bacon rashers
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 400 g canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 800 g, peeled and thinly sliced potatoes
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 g) grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp, divided butter
- 2 tbsp chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 4 chopped bacon rashers until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the bacon fat, sauté 1 diced medium onion and 2 minced garlic cloves for 4 minutes until soft. Add 500 g lean ground beef and cook, breaking up lumps, until browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes.
- Step 3: Stir in 400 g canned diced tomatoes, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened. Return bacon to the pan and mix well.
- Step 4: Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish with 1 tbsp butter. Layer half of the 800 g thinly sliced potatoes evenly on the bottom. Pour half of the mince mixture over the potatoes.
- Step 5: Layer the remaining potato slices on top and pour 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream evenly over the entire dish. Dot with remaining 1 tbsp butter.
- Step 6: Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle 1 cup (100 g) grated cheddar cheese on top, and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Step 7: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tomato and Bacon Savoury Mince with Potato Bake take to make?
Total time is about 100 minutes (25 min prep + 75 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Tomato and Bacon Savoury Mince with Potato Bake?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep lean ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Tomato and Bacon Savoury Mince with Potato Bake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Tomato and Bacon Savoury Mince with Potato Bake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Tomato and Bacon Savoury Mince with Potato Bake?
Australian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
