» Boiled Beef with Carrots and Dumplings

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This is a classic English dish, purported to be a particular favorite of London folk.

For this recipe you will need to also make Suet Dumplings.

Preheat oven to 250°F
Peel carrots and cut into 4 inch slices
Peel the onions
Place the bacon slices in the bottom of a large casserole dish
Put the brisket on top of the bacon
Cover with the ale, broth and vinegar then bring to a boil.
Remove any scum from the surface then cover the casserole and place in a 250°F oven for 3 hours
Add the onions and carrots then cook for another 30 minutes
Add the dumplings to the casserole, leave uncovered and cook for a final 30 minutes - See above for link to dumpling recipe.
Transfer the meat and vegetables to a large serving dish and surround them with the dumplings.
Drain the broth into a gravy boat and serve with the meat and vegetables.