At Story House Early Learning, mealtimes are more than just food on a plate; they’re moments of comfort, discovery, and full tummies. Behind the scenes at our New Gisborne centre, our talented Chef Larissa has been serving up nutritious, delicious meals with heart.
With a deep passion for creating child-friendly meals packed with goodness, Chef Larissa has perfected dishes that our little learners genuinely look forward to. Curious what’s on the menu?
Today, we’re sharing one of these family favourites straight from Chef Larissa’s kitchen, their much-loved Tuscany Lamb with Potato and Sweet Potato Mash recipe. Packed with nutrients and hidden veg, this one’s a hit at lunchtime and perfect for the whole family to recreate at home.
Chef Larissa’s Tuscany Lamb with Potato and Sweet Potato Mash
Ingredients
- 8kg minced lamb
- 2 cups diced onion
- 2 red capsicum
- 300 grams spinach
- 300 grams mushroom
- 4 litre vegetable stock
- Tomato puree
- 1kg carrots
- 1kg zucchini
- 8 tbls Italian herbs
- 1kg broccoli
- 2 tbls garlic
- soy milk
- margarine
- 10kg peeled potatoes
- 5kg sweet potato
Method
- Fry onions garlic and herbs and lamb. Add in stock and tomato puree, lower heat and add in all the vegetables and lentils. Simmer until cooked.
- Cook potatoes, when cooked add in margarine and soy milk, mash together until smooth.
Whether it’s their first taste of spaghetti bolognese or a regular favourite, this dish is always a winner at Story House. It’s hearty, wholesome, and made with love, just how Chef Larissa likes it.
Stay tuned for more recipes and behind-the-scenes moments from our incredible team of educators, carers, and chefs.
