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Beef Goulash with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, Summer Salad, and Tiramisu Cups
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Beef Goulash with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, Summer Salad, and Tiramisu Cups
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Beef Goulash with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, Summer Salad, and Tiramisu Cups

A complete meal featuring a rich and tender Beef Goulash, creamy Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, a refreshing Summer Salad with Shepherd's Cheese, and delightful Tiramisu Cups. This recipe offers a blend of hearty European flavors with a touch of Turkish influence, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
#Beef
#Goulash
#Stew
#Mashed Potatoes
#Cheesy
#Salad
#Shepherd's Cheese
#Tiramisu
#Dessert
#Complete Meal
#European
#Turkish
Hearty Beef Goulash
Hearty Beef Goulash

Recipe Information

1h 10m
Prep Time
2h 20m
Cook Time
3h 30m
Total Time
6
Servings
Medium
Turkish-European Fusion
Turkish
Nutrition (per serving)
1250
Calories
55g
Protein
125g
Carbs
65g
Fat
Creamy Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

  • Beef Entrecôte, cubed

    500 grams
  • Butter
    (Divided for goulash and mashed potatoes)

    150 grams
  • Onions, chopped

    2 medium
  • Garlic, minced

    3 cloves
  • Black Pepper

    0.5 tsp
  • Sweet Paprika
    (For goulash)

    2 tbsp
  • Tomato Paste
    (For goulash)

    2 tbsp
  • Beef Broth
    (Approximately)

    750 ml
  • Salt

    to taste
  • Bay Leaves

    2
  • Potatoes, peeled and cubed

    1 kg
  • Kaşar Cheese (or similar melting cheese), grated
    (For mashed potatoes)

    200 grams
  • Milk
    (Warm, for mashed potatoes)

    100 ml
  • Mixed Greens

    200 grams
  • Shepherd's Cheese (Feta), crumbled

    150 grams
  • Cucumber, sliced

    1 medium
  • Tomatoes, wedged

    2 medium
  • Olive Oil
    (For salad dressing)

    3 tbsp
  • Red Wine Vinegar
    (For salad dressing)

    1 tbsp
  • Ladyfingers

    200 grams
  • Strong Coffee (e.g., Espresso), cooled

    200 ml
  • Granulated Sugar
    (For tiramisu cream)

    100 grams
  • Mascarpone Cheese

    250 grams
  • Heavy Cream

    200 ml
  • Vanilla Extract

    1 tsp
  • Cocoa Powder

    for dusting
Servings: 6
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Fresh Summer Salad with Shepherd's Cheese
Fresh Summer Salad with Shepherd's Cheese

Instructions

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  • 1

    Dice onions and mince garlic. Cut the beef entrecôte into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
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    Dice onions and mince garlic. Cut the beef entrecôte into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
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    Ensure uniform beef cubes for even cooking.
  • 2

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt 50g of butter over high heat. Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
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    In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt 50g of butter over high heat. Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
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    Do not overcrowd the pot; sear in batches to get a good crust.
  • 3

    Add 50g of butter to the same pot. Sauté the chopped onions until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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    Add 50g of butter to the same pot. Sauté the chopped onions until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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    Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot for extra flavor.
  • 4

    Stir in the sweet paprika, black pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, then return the seared beef to the pot.
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    Stir in the sweet paprika, black pepper, and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, then return the seared beef to the pot.
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    Cooking the tomato paste and paprika briefly helps to deepen their flavor.
  • 5

    Pour in the beef broth, add bay leaves, and season with salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
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    Pour in the beef broth, add bay leaves, and season with salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
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    Check occasionally and add more broth or water if the sauce becomes too thick.
  • 6

    While the goulash simmers, peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in a pot with cold, salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until very tender (about 15-20 minutes).
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    While the goulash simmers, peel and cube the potatoes. Place them in a pot with cold, salted water, bring to a boil, and cook until very tender (about 15-20 minutes).
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    Start potatoes in cold water for even cooking.
  • 7

    Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly. Return them to the hot pot and mash until smooth. Add the remaining 50g of butter, warm milk, and grated Kaşar cheese. Stir until fully combined and creamy.
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    Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly. Return them to the hot pot and mash until smooth. Add the remaining 50g of butter, warm milk, and grated Kaşar cheese. Stir until fully combined and creamy.
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    Using warm milk helps to achieve a smoother consistency without cooling down the potatoes.
  • 8

    Wash and chop mixed greens, slice cucumber, and wedge tomatoes. Crumble the Shepherd's cheese.
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    Wash and chop mixed greens, slice cucumber, and wedge tomatoes. Crumble the Shepherd's cheese.
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    Ensure all vegetables are dry before assembling the salad to prevent a watery dressing.
  • 9

    Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Pour over the salad and toss gently.
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    Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Pour over the salad and toss gently.
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    Dress the salad just before serving to keep the greens crisp.
  • 10

    Prepare the Tiramisu cream: In a bowl, whisk mascarpone cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
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    Prepare the Tiramisu cream: In a bowl, whisk mascarpone cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
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    Make sure mascarpone is at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 11

    Quickly dip ladyfingers into the cooled strong coffee, just enough to moisten without making them soggy.
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    Quickly dip ladyfingers into the cooled strong coffee, just enough to moisten without making them soggy.
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    Do not over-soak the ladyfingers, as they will absorb more liquid over time.
  • 12

    Assemble the Tiramisu in individual cups: Place a layer of dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of each cup. Top with a generous layer of mascarpone cream. Repeat layers, ending with a cream layer. Dust generously with cocoa powder.
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    Assemble the Tiramisu in individual cups: Place a layer of dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of each cup. Top with a generous layer of mascarpone cream. Repeat layers, ending with a cream layer. Dust generously with cocoa powder.
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    For best results, chill the tiramisu cups for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the cream to set.
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