Mince on toast (pictured on p108)
SERVES 6 AS A STARTER | PREP 30 MINS COOK 1 HR 35 MINS | EASY
50g beef dripping, plus extra for the toast
3-4 onions (about 400g), finely diced
500g beef mince (15-20% fat)
6 garlic cloves, finely sliced
1 tbsp tomato purée
300ml red wine
500ml good-quality beef stock
1 tbsp thyme leaves
4 small slices of sourdough
60g mature cheddar
Put the beef dripping in a large, wide frying pan over a medium heat. Once hot, cook the onions over a low heat for 18-20 mins or until soft and lightly caramelised.
