Mary Berry's beef stew recipe is the perfect comfort food for autumn and winter - and it's incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.

Few dishes offer the comfort and satisfaction of a hearty beef stew , and whilst there are countless variations, Mary Berry's version stands out for its simplicity and clever use of store cupboard staples. According to BBC Food, the recipe delivers: "Mary's warming beef stew flavoured with ginger, paprika and horseradish. It's lovely with dauphinoise potatoes and green vegetables."

Serving six people, this dish is perfect for family meals and can be prepared in under two hours from start to finish. You'll require a two-litre ovenproof and flameproof casserole dish, as the recipe involves browning meat on the hob before transferri

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