Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180C fan forced (200C normal).
  2. Whisk the soy, worcestershire, flour, seasonings, bay leaves and thyme sprigs in a casserole dish (or heavy bottomed pot that can go into the oven).
  3. Briefly cook over a medium heat until the flour has dissolved.
  4. Add the cubed beef, garlic, carrot, (potatoes and celery if using), onion, red wine and beef stock.
  5. Stir with a wooden spoon, cover and cook in the oven for about 1 1/2 hours until the beef is tender, stirring a couple of time.
  6. Taste the sauce for seasoning and adjust if required.
  7. If not using the potatoes serve with mashed potatoe or rice.