Traditional Welsh Lobscouse (North Wales Meat & Vegetable Stew)

Dice beef or lamb (or both) and brown in a pot. Add roughly chopped onions, carrots, and plenty of potatoes.

Cover with water, add a bay leaf, salt, and lots of black pepper.

Simmer for 2 hours until the meat is very tender and the potatoes thicken the stew.

Stir in some shredded cabbage towards the end if desired.

Serve with crusty bread and pickled cabbage or beetroot on the side.