Juicy beef is a national favourite, regularly appearing on plates for British Sunday roast, it's also a delicious addition to stews, pies, pastas and salads. Our beef recipes make the most of a variety of cuts, from brisket to ribeye and fillet.
This warming brisket and cannellini bean one-pot is a brilliant main for a festive dinner party with friends
This hearty casserole full of classic flavours is the perfect comfort food on a chilly day. It’s packed with beef, bacon, shallots, carrots and mushrooms, which are slowly braised in a rich red wine stock
Host an unforgettable Christmas celebration with this impressive party platter, showcasing the best of classic British flavours
Creamy blue cheese polenta is the perfect winter comfort food. Serve as a hearty alternative to mash or spaghetti with these juicy beef meatballs and a herby tomato sauce.
Molten blue cheese elevates sirloin steaks to a luxurious meal for two while balsamic Brussel sprouts and horseradish mash are the ultimate accompaniments.
Give your steak a spicy makeover with a tomato, Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce marinade. Add a crisp side salad and creamy stilton dressing for a heavenly midweek meal.
They might be small, but these mini beef pies pack a Stilton-powered punch
Add a Christmas twist to beef Wellington by adding in Stilton. The cheese is mixed with horseradish, breadcrumbs, pine nuts and garlic, and spread over the beef once it's been browned. Using ready-rolled puff pastry makes this gorgeous beef dish easy, too.
This rich, hearty bourguignon is great for festive gatherings and chilly winter evenings. In this slow-cooker twist, the brisket is cooked until meltingly tender then shredded. Serve with pickled slaw to balance the richness and garlic baguettes for scooping up that delicious sauce. No slow-cooker? Check out our tip below on how to make this in the oven.
Is there anything better than sausage rolls for a party or gathering? We certainly don’t think so! Unless, of course, you upgrade them by combining the usual sausage meat with a stuffing mix in these 20-minute wonders. Another A-star for the air-fryer.
Looking for an easy beef stew recipe? With a beautiful depth of flavour thanks to pancetta, red wine and pearl onions, this hearty beef stew recipe is the ultimate winter warmer. It's a comforting family favourite or the perfect main for relaxed weekend hosting. Freeze any leftovers for speedy midweek meals.
This hearty and wholesome slow-cooker chilli, with gentle warming spices, is one of the most versatile baby weaning recipes – suitable for infants from 12+ months*, but it also makes a great meal for all the family. Once you've prepped the chilli, you can let it slow-cook during the day while you get on with other things, plus you'll have some leftover mini portions for the freezer – bonus!
The whole family will love this chilli con carne recipe, made with peppers and kidney beans and served with garlic bread on the side
One simple way to cut down on your meat consumption is to replace some of the meat in your meals with vegetables or lentils, but that can take time - so we’ve done a lot of the work for you in one quick, purse-friendly solution.
Impress your guests this Christmas with Niyi Obafemi-Olopade's mulled wine braised beef. Slow cook your beef for 2 hours with spices and red wine until it's tender and pulls apart. Serve with buttery mash and cabbage - merry Christmas!
We've given a classic steak pie a spooky twist with this simple but totally delicious and fun recipe. Make your beef filling and let it simmer away while you prep the pastry lettering (use ready-rolled to keep things really easy). Serve this to the family after trick-or-treating or to guests at your next Halloween party – watch everyone tuck in!
This roast beef is made extra special with an anchovy gravy spiked with redcurrant and mustard for sweet and spicy notes. It makes a stunning Christmas lunch centrepiece or serve at a festive dinner party, Christmas Eve feast or New Year's Day lunch.
Bitterballen are deep-fried meaty balls, similar to croquettes, that come from Holland. Tender beef is mixed with a roux then rolled into balls and coated in breadcrumbs. Delicious served alongside Dijon mustard for dipping!
Influenced by Italian flavours, this epic focaccia is filled with creamy truffle burrata, sharp Parmesan shavings and rocket for freshness. But the star of the show is that beef brisket, slow-cooked in a herby red wine stock sauce until deliciously tender. Add some pickled chillies for a fiery finish!
Sweet, earthy purple sprouting broccoli pairs brilliantly with bold flavours like those in this vibrant chilli-mango dressing and rich, meaty rump steak
Top crispy fried tortillas with slow-cooked, Mexican-spiced beef and a pineapple salsa in this street food classic. Making 10 tostada, this is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your summer gatherings, and you can even freeze leftovers.
If you’re not having turkey this year, try this showstopping sticky pomegranate-glazed roast beef for an alternative Christmas main. Classic roast beef is given a glossy pomegranate glaze for a sweet and tangy Middle Eastern spin.
A prime cut for roasting, this tender beef topside makes an excellent alternative main for Christmas dinner
An absolute classic, succulent beef, gorgeous mushrooms and light, buttery pastry
Bring some festive cheer to friends or family with this indulgent – and alternative – Christmas main
Top puff pastry with crème fraîche and tender fillet steak to make this simple, gluten-free tart. Finish with some rocket and a drizzle of horseradish for a brilliant Boxing Day dinner.
Albondigas are smoky Spanish meatballs in a rich tomato sauce. We've given them an Italian-style twist by serving them with spaghetti for a fun family meal idea.
These trendy beef bowls are all over social media for their high-protein credentials. They're super-easy to rustle up and the hot honey drizzle really offsets the rich mince.
This roast beef with chorizo makes an impressive centrepiece to the Christmas table if you fancy a change from the usual turkey
Roast beef is a classic main for Christmas, whether as an alternative to roast turkey on the big day or for a get-together meal over the holidays. Our recipe includes a hot, spicy-sweet marinade, creating a rich depth of flavour that's perfect for a special roast lunch.
Try this delicious meaty starter for your next dinner party or festive feast. Quick-cooked minute steaks are wrapped around a roasted vegetable filling to create gorgeous little parcels your guests will love. Serve with a simple salad garnish for an easy,
Hosting this Christmas? Impress you guests with this showstopping lasagne. Make a slow-cooked beef brisket ragu and layer it between lasagne sheets with cheese sauce - wow!
There's just 30 minutes between you and this oh-so-easy lasagne recipe for two people. It's made with a homemade veg-packed beef ragu and shop-bought white sauce and tortillas for extra speed.