Method

• Step 1

  Season the beef with the black pepper.

• Step 2

  Heat the oil over a medium heat.

• Step 3

  Add the beef to the pan and cook until browned.

• Step 4

  Set the cooked beef to one side and drain off the fat from the pan.

• Step 5

  Reduce the heat and cook the onion until tender. Stir in the soup, water, sherry (optional) and tomato puree then bring to the boil.

• Step 6

  Return the beef to the pan and heat until cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.

• Step 7

  Serve the beef stroganoff over the rice or pasta, sprinkle with parsley and serve.