In the realm of hearty comfort food, few dishes can match the allure of a classic stew, and when it comes to stews, nothing beats Mary Berry's legendary recipe. With its tender chunks of meat, slow-cooked in a rich and flavorful broth, paired with light and fluffy dumplings, this dish is a true culinary masterpiece. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal to warm up a cold winter night or seeking a comforting dish to gather around with loved ones, Mary Berry's stew and dumplings are guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling thoroughly nourished. So, grab your aprons, prepare your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delightful dish that will surely become a staple in your recipe repertoire.
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BEEF AND ALE STEW WITH HORSERADISH DUMPLINGS
Got a crowd to feed? Mary's hearty beef and ale stew recipe is perfect and the oven does most of the work for you. For this recipe you will need a deep ovenproof casserole dish with a lid.
Provided by Mary Berry
Categories Main course
Yield Serves 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 160C/140C Fan/Gas 3.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a deep ovenproof casserole dish over a high heat. Add the beef in batches and brown all over, adding more oil if needed. Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon and set aside. Pour another tablespoon oil into the casserole dish, then add the shallots, carrots and mushrooms and fry for few minutes, stirring.
- Meanwhile, put the flour in a bowl, whisk in a little ale to make a smooth paste, then whisk in the rest of the ale.
- Return the beef to the casserole, then pour in the ale mixture and stock. Stir over a high heat until thickened and boiling. Stir in the onion marmalade, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves and gravy browning (if using) and cook, stirring, for few minutes. Season with salt and pepper, cover, then bake for 2-2½ hours, or until the meat is tender.
- To make the dumplings, put the flour and suet in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Gradually add 150ml/5fl oz water and stir to make a soft, sticky dough. Tip onto a floured work surface and gently knead until smooth.
- Flour a sheet of non-stick baking paper. Put the dough on top and roll out to about 15x25cm/6x8in. Spread over the horseradish cream and scatter with parsley. Roll up the dough, from the long side, to make a Swiss roll shape. Chill for 45 minutes, then slice into eight pieces.
- When the beef is tender, remove from the oven and increase the oven temperature to 220C/200Fan/Gas 7. Remove the bay leaves and add the dumplings. Return to the oven, without the lid, for 25 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden and puffed up. Serve the beef and ale stew piping hot.
MARY BERRY'S BEEF STEW
Mary Berry's warming beef stew flavoured with ginger, paprika and horseradish. It's lovely with dauphinoise potatoes and green vegetables. For this recipe you will need a 2 litre/3½ pint shallow ovenproof and flameproof dish or pan.
Provided by Mary Berry
Categories Main course
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large ovenproof pan and fry the meat over high heat until browned all over. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 160C/140C Fan/Gas 3.
- Add the butter and leeks to the unwashed pan, and fry for a few minutes. Sprinkle in the ginger, paprika and flour, stir and cook for a minute. Stir in the stock and bring to the boil, stirring until thickened. Add Worcestershire sauce and season with salt and pepper. Return the meat to the pan, bring to the boil, cover with a lid and simmer for a few minutes.
- Transfer to the oven and cook for about 1¾-2 hours. After this time, stir in the celeriac, bring back to the boil for a few minutes then return to the oven for about 30 minutes, until the meat and celeriac are tender.
- Stir in the horseradish cream, sprinkle with parsley and serve at once.
CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH HERBY DUMPLINGS
Bypass the suet and make lighter dumplings for this family-friendly one-pot stew
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Toss the chicken pieces with the flour and some salt and pepper, to coat them - it's easy to do this in a plastic food bag.
- Heat the oil in a casserole with a lid. Brown the chicken pieces well on all sides - you'll need to do this in batches. Remove all the pieces to a plate, and tip the onions, carrot, lardons, bay and thyme into the pan. Cook gently for 10 mins until the onion is softened.
- Return the chicken pieces, with any juices that have collected on the plate. Then pour in the red wine, 250ml water and tomato paste and crumble in the stock cube. Add a splash more of water if you need, until the chicken is almost covered. Bring to the boil, then cover with a lid and bake in the oven for 20 mins. Remove the lid and bake for another 10 mins while you make the dumplings.
- Rub the butter into the flour with your fingertips until it feels like fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the herbs with ½ tsp salt and some pepper. Drizzle over 150ml water, and stir in quickly with a cutlery knife to form a light dough. Use floured hands to shape into ping pong sized balls.
- Place the dumplings on top of the stew and bake for 20 mins more until the dumplings are cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 744 calories, Fat 38.3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 17.3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 43.9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6.6 grams sugar, Fiber 4.3 grams fiber, Protein 34.9 grams protein, Sodium 3 milligram of sodium
MARY BERRY'S BEST-EVER BEEF STEW ADDS ZIP TO WINTER NIGHTS
Dijon mustard and curry powder are the surprise ingredients in Mary Berry's Best-Ever Beef Stew
Provided by Parade
Categories Soup/Stew, Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high; heat oil. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding pan, add beef. Cook 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, turning to cook evenly. Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a large paper-towel plate. Add onions and mushrooms to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until starting to soften. In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, mustard, Worcestershire, curry powder and ⅓ cup stock. Whisk until smooth. Add remaining stock to pan; bring to a boil. Add about half of hot stock to mustard mixture; whisk until smooth. Pour into pan, whisking 1-2 minutes over high heat or until thickened. Season with salt and pepper. Add meat to pan. Bring to a boil, cover and transfer to oven for 1½-2 hours or until meat is fork tender. Meanwhile, cook carrots in boiling salted water 5-7 minutes or just until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain. When meat is ready, place pan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil. Add carrots; cook 5 minutes or until hot. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
DUMPLINGS
Take your stew or casserole to the next level with our easy dumplings. Add them to your dish for instant family-friendly comfort food in a flash
Provided by Cassie Best
Categories Supper
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Whilst your stew is bubbling, make the dumplings. Weigh the flour into a bowl and add ½ tsp salt. Stir through the suet and parsley, if using. Make a well in the centre and add 3 tbsp cold water, mix to a dough, adding more water until the dough is firm but pliable. Divide into eight equal pieces and roll in a little more flour into balls. Chill until needed.
- When the stew has about 30 mins to go, arrange the dumplings on top and cover with a lid. With the oven at 160C/140C fan/gas 3, cook the stew and dumplings for 20 mins, then remove the lid and cook for another 10 mins until they're brown and puffed up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 30 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 0.3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. - Brown the meat in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking. - Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to the stew. - Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. - Make sure the dumplings are cooked through before serving. - Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.Conclusion:
Mary Berry's stew and dumplings is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The stew is hearty and flavorful, with tender meat, soft vegetables, and a rich gravy. The dumplings are light and fluffy, and they add a nice touch of texture to the dish. This stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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