I always use this simple recipe, some people use lamb or beef chunks but I'm Northern Irish so this recipe is usually my tradition lol plus it's cheap and filling!
Minced Beef
Corned Beef (optional)
Potatoes
Carrots (can use other veg if you like)
An onion
Oxo Cube
Gravy Granules
Soften the chopped onion in a little oil, add the mince and cook until brown and sprinkle in an oxo cube. Add the potatoes & carrots and fill pot with water, season if you like. ( I usually guess how many potatoes and carrots to use) Bring to the boil then simmer until the potatoes and carrots are cooked and soft, stir occasionally throughout and if you are using the corned beef I usually add it half way through cooking. Once the stew is ready stir in some gravy granules until it thickens slightly then serve with crusty bread, yum!