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A golden-brown dumpling bake in a ceramic casserole dish

How to grow your Dumpling Bake in 3 easy steps

A simple recipe for a delicious dumpling bake that can be made in just three easy steps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 500 g minced meat (beef or pork)
  • 1 chopped tomatoes (400g) can
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 pre-made dumpling dough (375g) can or 1.5 cups self-raising flour, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons butter, 4-5 tablespoons milk (for homemade dumplings)

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowls (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until softened, then add the minced meat and brown it thoroughly. Drain any excess fat.
Cooking the Base
  1. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, beef broth, and dried herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
Adding Dumplings and Baking
  1. Prepare the dumplings according to package instructions or by mixing flour, salt, butter, and milk for homemade dough. Place the dumplings on top of the simmering meat mixture and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste. For a richer flavor, use a good quality beef broth.