Savory Roast Over Rice with Mac, Cabbage & Buttery Bread 🍽️ A hearty comfort plate featuring tender savory roast served over fluffy rice, paired with creamy macaroni, seasoned cabbage, and warm buttery bread. This homestyle meal is packed with rich flavors and satisfying comfort in every bite. 😋

 

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients

For the Savory Roast

1½ lbs beef roast (chuck or similar), sliced or shredded

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup beef broth

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Salt & black pepper to taste

For the Rice

1 cup white rice

2 cups water

Pinch of salt

For the Macaroni

2 cups elbow macaroni

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp flour

2 cups milk

1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cabbage

3 cups chopped cabbage

1 tbsp butter

Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving

4 slices buttery bread or dinner rolls

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Roast

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and

garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the beef roast,

paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Pour in

beef broth, cover, and simmer 45–60 minutes until

tender. Slice or shred the meat.

2️⃣ Cook the Rice

Bring water and rice to a boil with a pinch of salt. Reduce

heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes until fluffy.

3️⃣ Prepare the Mac & Cheese

Cook macaroni according to package instructions. In a

saucepan melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add

milk while stirring until thick. Add cheese and stir until

melted. Mix in the macaroni.

4️⃣ Cook the Cabbage

Melt butter in a skillet and sauté cabbage 5–6 minutes

until tender. Season with salt and pepper.

5️⃣ Serve

Place rice on the plate, top with savory roast, and serve

with mac & cheese, cabbage, and warm buttery bread.