Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 pound

ground beef, lean

1 unit

salt

1.5 tbsp

curry powder

4 unit

eggs

beaten

1 cup

milk

1.5 cup

light cream (half&half)

8 ounce

apricots, dried

finely chopped

1 unit

bay leaves

1 unit

butter

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Combine ground beef, salt, and curry powder in a bowl.

Step 3
~5 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and light cream.

Step 4
~5 min

Add half of the egg mixture to the beef mixture.

Step 5
~5 min

Stir in finely chopped dried apricots.

Step 6
~5 min

Grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~5 min

Pour the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~5 min

Pour the remaining egg mixture over the beef mixture.

Step 9
~5 min

Float bay leaves on top of the egg mixture.

Step 10
~5 min

Dot the top with butter.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top resembles baked custard and is set.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use different dried fruits, such as cranberries or raisins.

Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warmer flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Roasted Root Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South Africa

Cultural Significance

Traditional South African dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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