Beef is an incredibly versatile meat to choose for everything from a weeknight meal to a date-night option. It pairs well with flavours across the board and can be cooked in a variety of ways.
Online meat delivery specialists like the Dorset Meat Company offer a huge variety of Aberdeen Angus beef cuts that you can try in a variety of ways to help you craft unique and tasty weeknight meals or impressive homecooked date night options.
We’ve done a bit of research into some of the interesting and flavourful ways you can cook and eat beef and we’ve listed them below. Check them out now.
Beef pot roast
For easy prep and a slow-cooked meal options, a beef pot roast is ideal for a weeknight meal. Simply prep the meat and the veg and allow the beef to slowly roast in a casserole dish for around 2 hours.
There are tons of different pot roast recipes with different vegetable and gravy options. Check them out for a great weeknight option.
Spaghetti Bolognese
Made with minced beef, Spaghetti Bolognese is a classic and filling dish. It’s an all-around favourite and can be made with tonnes of vegetables to make for a healthy and nutrient-filled option.
Beef Wellington
With beef fillets and lots of pastry, this is a great and indulgent option. It can work for both family meals, paired with vegetables and potatoes, or even a cosy date night. The prep may take a little while but it’s so completely worth it for this tasty and comforting dish.
Beef stew and dumplings
A classic and warming winter dish, beef stew and dumplings is another slow cooking option so is great for days when you just want to sit back and relax. With a short prep time you can prepare this meal and let it cook while you get on with other things.
There are many variations on this classic dish, with different recipes using a different combination of ingredients. Check out the recipes and find which one suits you best for a great beef-based meal this evening!
Homemade burgers
Homemade beef burgers are a level up to the usual store-bought variety. Juicy and succulent, making your own is so worth the hassle! This could be the perfect weeknight treat or a great option for a weekend barbeque – either way your family are going to love this meal!
The recipes vary with lots of different herbal combinations and a tonne of ways that make a homemade burger the level up you need in your week.
Steak and grilled veg
Another classic and a perfect healthy meal for a weeknight. There are a huge variety of different steak cuts for you to choose from, depending on your preferences, and you can grill all of your favourite veggies to go alongside it.
This is also a great way to impress a date with a high-quality steak, cooked to perfection and pair with the perfect flavours – why not give it a go?
Beef stroganoff
Flavourful and versatile, beef stroganoff can pair with pasta, rice, potatoes, and bread, making it a great choice if you’ve got picky eaters in the house! A relatively healthy option, beef stroganoff can be made lighter with a few substitutions, and it can be made in a slow cooker for your convenience!
A beef-based curry
Beef is a great meat to stand up against flavours which makes it a good base for a curry. Whatever style of curry you like, beef can be a great base for you! Try some different flavour options, herb combinations, and spicy ingredients to make for a tasty and flavoursome meal!