Not every method of cooking mince meat takes time for the flavours to meld and the meat to soften: larb and burgers take just minutes, showcasing its versatility. Mince is back in fashion: pubs ...

Set aside. Divide the mince mixture into two equal portions and pat into two thin burgers approximately 12cm/4½in diameter. Use a small bowl or saucer as a guide if you want them to be really neat.

1. To make the burger patties simply place the mince in a bowl and mix a little with a fork. 2. Divide the mix into 4 even amounts and roll each into a ball. Take 2 pieces of greaseproof paper and ...

For slow-cooked dishes such as bolognese you can use mince from any cut that you would use for stewing (such as chuck or flank). For burgers, patties or meatballs, meat minced from a leaner cut ...

Mince has a mixed reputation. While it is behind some of our favourite dishes – burgers and bolognese, for example – it is often thought of as an inferior product. Many will have childhood ...