This beef stew freezes very well, though without the dumplings. Cool completely, then store in an airtight box or bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Always make the dumplings fresh.
Mary Berry's beef stew is smart enough to serve for a dinner ... mix one tablespoon of plain flour with 2-3 tablespoons of cold water to make a thin paste, and add gradually to the boiling sauce ...
Scroll down for the recipe, straight from the doc’s mom’s own collection. Ghormeh sabzi is a Persian stew made with beef, parsley, onions, cilantro, fenugreek, kidney beans, turmeric and limes.