Simple beef casserole

307 calories

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/Gas

Step 2

Season the beef all over with a little salt and lots of ground black pepper.

Step 3

Heat the oil in a medium flameproof casserole, add the beef and onion and fry over a medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until the onion is softened and beginning to brown.

Step 4

Add the celery, carrots, tomatoes and mixed herbs.

Step 5

Fill the empty tomato can with water and tip this into the pan (you'll need around 400ml water).

Step 6

Crumble over the stock cube and stir well.

Step 7

Bring to a simmer, then cover with a lid and cook in the oven for 2-2 1/4 hours, or until the beef is very tender.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and serve with lots of green veg - shredded Savoy cabbage or kale goes particularly well.