Karjalanpaisti

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb beef chuck, cut into large chunks
• 1.5 lb pork shoulder, cut into large chunks
• 3 carrots, cut into large chunks
• 2 onions, quartered
• 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns
• 1 tbsp whole allspice berries
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tbsp salt
• 3 cups water

Before you cook

• Cut the beef and pork into large, even chunks, about 2 inches.
• Cut the carrots into large chunks and quarter the onions.

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. Layer the beef and pork chunks in a heavy, ovenproof pot.
3. Scatter the carrots and onions over the meat.
4. Add the peppercorns, allspice berries, bay leaves and salt.
5. Pour in the water until the meat is just barely covered.
6. Cover the pot tightly with its lid.
7. Roast in the oven for 4 hours without stirring, until the meat is completely tender.
8. Remove the bay leaves.
9. Taste and adjust the salt.
10. Ladle into bowls and serve with the cooking juices spooned over.