Marmite stew with cheesy dumplings

Ingredients:

Stew:

• 2 Tbsp (30ml) canola oil
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 700g beef goulash
• 1 Tbsp (15ml) Marmite
• 1 cup (250ml) beef stock
• 1 cup (250ml) water
• 2-3 fresh or dried bay leaves
• Handful fresh coriander, chopped

Dumplings:

• 2 cups (500ml) cake flour
• 1 tsp (5ml) baking powder
• 1 cup (250ml) milk
• 1 cup (250ml) grated cheddar cheese
• Salt and milled pepper

Method:

1. Heat oil in a large pot and fry onion, carrots and garlic for 3-5 minutes.
2. Add meat and brown for about 5-7 minutes.
3. Whisk together Marmite, stock and water and add to pot.
4. Add bay leaves, cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until beef is tender.
5. Combine dumpling ingredients to create a dough.
6. Divide dough into 8 pieces and roll using your hands to create dumplings.
7. Place on top of stew, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through.
8. Serve immediately.