Cut the beef into 2.5cm/1in chunks and trim off any ... or until softened a little. Meanwhile, soak the mushrooms in a bowl in 300ml/½ pint boiling water until softened. Drain, reserving the ...

Tip the beef and all the flour into the pan with the onions and mushrooms. Fry for 3-5 minutes. Add the bay leaf, stout, stock, tomato purée and sugar. Stir well and bring to the boil.

This Classic French Beef Stew with Mushrooms is a deeply flavorful dish filled with tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and ...