Mince on Toast

Mince on toast has fed New Zealanders since the Depression, when a little mince stretched with gravy and served on bread was the definition of a filling meal. It’s still loved today as honest, wallet-friendly comfort food, and every family has a slightly different version.

The best versions are properly savoury — browned beef in a glossy gravy with a hit of tomato and Worcestershire, sometimes a whisper of curry powder. Piled onto buttered white toast, it’s simple, satisfying, and deeply nostalgic.

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