Parmesan Mini-puddings, Steamed Beef, Vegetables and Gravy
A complete main course of steamed beef topside with Parmesan mini-puddings, vegetables and gravy. The Varoma steams the beef and vegetables gently while the mixing bowl prepares the gravy, making this an all-in-one meal solution. Ideal for a family dinner or special occasion.
About this recipe
Parmesan mini-puddings with steamed beef, vegetables and gravy in the Thermomix TM7 bring a classic British-style dinner to your table as a true all-in-one kitchen machine experience. This recipe answers the search for an impressive yet manageable main course: fluffy, savoury puddings packed with grated Parmesan are baked until golden, while the beef topside steams gently in the Varoma above the vegetables. Meanwhile, the mixing bowl prepares a smooth, lump-free gravy with flour, butter and stock, so every element of this complete dinner finishes at the same moment. It is the kind of recipe that suits a relaxed weekend dinner or a festive family gathering, because the TM7 handles the stirring, blending and steaming while you set the table. If you love the idea of Yorkshire-pudding-style sides with meltingly tender beef, this Thermomix TM7 recipe delivers restaurant-worthy results without juggling multiple pans on the hob. The combination of crispy-edged puddings, juicy meat and rich gravy makes it a memorable centerpiece.
Preparation tips
- Grate the Parmesan finely before folding it into the pudding batter so it distributes evenly and gives every mini-pudding a consistent savoury flavour rather than pockets of cheese.
- Let the steamed beef topside rest under a sheet of foil before slicing; cutting it immediately releases the juices, whereas resting keeps each slice succulent for plating.
- Prepare the gravy in the mixing bowl while the beef rests, scraping up the cooking liquid from the Varoma base for extra depth; whisk the flour and butter smoothly before adding the stock.
- Check the mini-puddings for doneness by looking at their tops: a golden, well-risen dome means they are ready, while pale, sunken centres need a little longer in the oven.
- Serve the puddings warm from the muffin tray rather than reheated later, as their crisp exterior softens quickly once they cool down on the plate.
Recipe variations
- Make a vegetarian version by replacing the beef topside with thick slices of steamed halloumi or portobello mushrooms in the Varoma, and use a vegetable stock cube for the gravy while keeping the Parmesan puddings unchanged.
- For a festive winter variant, add roasted chestnuts and sage to the pudding batter and steam carrots with sprouts alongside the beef, finishing the gravy with a splash of red wine for a Christmas dinner twist.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Grating the Parmesan finely in seconds, the TM7 delivers an even, fluffy texture throughout the mini-pudding batter.
- Steaming the beef topside gently in the Varoma keeps every slice juicy while the vegetables cook underneath.
- Weighing the flour and butter directly in the mixing bowl gives you a gravy base with exact, consistent proportions.
- Mixing the pudding batter to a lump-free consistency saves you manual whisking and guarantees well-risen puddings.
- Heating the stock and gravy with steady temperature control prevents the butter and flour from burning on the base.
Ingredients
- Parmesan cheese
- unsalted butter
- plain flour
- whole milk
- medium eggs
- fine sea salt
- ground nutmeg
- garlic cloves
- olive oil
- brown onion