Fresh thyme. The only herb used in this casserole is fresh, floral thyme. It’s mild yet herby, and partners perfectly with the cheesy potatoes. In a pinch, you may substitute ½ teaspoon dried ...
Place the oil in a flameproof casserole over high heat. Dice the beef, add to the pan and brown on all sides (you will need to do this in batches). Transfer the meat to the plate. Cut the bacon ...
That led me to begin leaving potatoes in the ground, like the carrots, over the winter. I pile leaves and straw over the tubers in the fall, and add more straw and old row cover or tarps over them ...