Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Add the butter, olive oil, carrots, onion and celery to a large pan. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
- 2
Add in the flour, tomato puree and stock pots and mix well.
- 3
Add in the beef, salt and pepper and slowly add in 600ml warm water. Cook for another 5-10 minutes, stirring well.
- 4
If using a slow cooker, cook for a few hours until the beef is soft.
- 5
Alternatively, add the pan to the oven (with a lid) for 2 hrs 30 to 3 hrs or cook on a low heat on the hob for 3 hrs 30, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Optional: Before serving, add a few tbsp of gravy granules to thicken the stew and add extra flavour.
- 7
Serve with your choice of mashed potato or roast potatoes and enjoy!
