Ingredients

For the Beef Stew

1.5 kg beef chuck or stewing beef (bone-in or boneless)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 carrots, diced
2 celery sticks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 Tbsp tomato paste
1 can (400 g) diced tomatoes
1 cup Merlot or Pinotage red wine
2 cups beef stock
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig rosemary, chopped

For the Parmesan Potato Gratin Topping

6 large potatoes, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper2 Tbsp Stork Country Blend
1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
2 sprigs fresh thyme