Savoury Mince

Step 1

Peel the onions garlic and carrot and cut into small pieces. Mince the garlic.

Step 2

Put the oil in a large pan over a medium heat and cook the onions and carrot for 5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook, stirring for 1 minute then use a slotted spoon to transfer the vegetable to another dish.

Step 4

Return the pan to the heat and add the mince. Break it up with a spoon and spread into an even layer, turning regularly to brown the mince and break it up completely.

Step 5

Add the flour to the pan and stir through for a minute.

Step 6

Pour in the stock, Worcester sauce, Bovril, stock, herbs and pepper. Return the vegetables to the pan.

Step 7

Bring the savoury mince to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Add the peas and cook for 5 minutes more then check the seasoning and consistency before serving. Mix a teaspoon of cornflour with water and stir into the mixture if it seems too thin.