Add the pearl onions, potatoes, bay leaf ... But, if you're looking for a quicker beef stew, check out our slow cooker beef stew that'll be ready when you get home from work.
Mary Berry's beef stew is smart enough to serve for a dinner party. Serve with mash or potatoes dauphinoise and green vegetables. Cut the beef into 2.5cm/1in chunks and trim off any excess fat.