SAILOR'S BEEF CASSEROLE (MERIMIESPIHVI) - FINNISH

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Sailor's Beef Casserole (Merimiespihvi) - Finnish image

This is from the "Best of Finnish Cooking". The author put it together to pass on her heritage to her sons. The author wrote that Finnish food is salty, but use your own judgement and discretion when it comes to the amount that you use. Do not use anything except pale lager for the beer. I made it with Guinness; it completely overpowered the dish and turned bitter.

Provided by Debbie R.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 3h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb round steak (or brisket)
2 tablespoons butter (or vegetable oil)
2 medium onions, peeled and thinly sliced
8 medium potatoes (about 2.2 pounds)
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup beer (pale lager only!!)
1 cup beef broth
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Cut the meat into slices across the grain. In a hot skillet, brown them quickly on both sides using only half the butter or oil. Remove to a plate.
  • Lower the heat and cook the onions slowly in the rest of the butter until they are soft and golden. If they become browned, they'll be a completely different taste than when they're golden.
  • Peel and slice the potatoes as thinly as possible.
  • In a 1 quart casserole dish, layer the potatoes with the browned meat and onions, sprinkling each meat layer with a litle of the salt, pepper and allspice. I started with a layer of potatoes, meat, onions, spice. Repeated two more times for a total of three layers, but make the last layer one of potatoes.
  • Rinse the skillet with the beer and the broth. Pour into the casserole. Add the bay leaf.
  • Cover tightly, but no need for foil under the lid. Bake for 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and potatoes are soft.
  • Sprinkle with parsley and serve. Traditionally served with pickled beets.

Yesin Overhaul
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I love the creamy sauce in this casserole. It's so rich and flavorful.


Destiny Joseph
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This casserole is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Okon Ekeng
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I'm not a very good cook, but this casserole turned out great. It's definitely a keeper.


Aoibhinn O
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!


Mdabdulkadirbhuyian Mdabdulkadirbuhyian
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I made this casserole in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. The beef was fall-apart tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Lemonade Boikanyo
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time.


Shane Norrish
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I'm not a big fan of beef casserole, but this recipe was really good. The beef was tender and the flavors were well-balanced.


Romayne Welch
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This is one of my favorite comfort food recipes. It's so hearty and satisfying, and it always hits the spot.


Darwin James
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I love this casserole because it's so versatile. I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand and it always turns out great.


Nethuki
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Andre Britz
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I made this casserole for my family and they all loved it. The beef was tender and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Shane1 Strydom
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out so delicious. The beef was tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I loved the creamy sauce.


Samson Wilson
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I'm not usually a big fan of beef casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Naomi Robinson
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This casserole is so comforting and delicious. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love how the flavors all come together to create such a satisfying dish.


Thanu Thanushan
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I made this dish for my picky husband and he loved it! He said it was the best beef casserole he's ever had. I was really impressed with how easy it was to make, too. I will definitely be making this again.


Devraj Lama
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I've been making this casserole for years and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover beef and vegetables. I usually add some extra vegetables, like chopped carrots or green beans, to make it even more hearty.


Gavin Aujla
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out great. The beef is cooked perfectly and the vegetables are tender and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Caner Can
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. The combination of ground beef and vegetables is perfect, and the sauce is delicious.


hank pink
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the beef was fall-apart tender. I will definitely be making this again.