2 tsp chives, chopped
2 onions, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tsp parsley, chopped
1 sprig thyme
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp plain flour, seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper
235g/8oz plain flour
80g/3oz stoneless prunes cut in half
4 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 bay leaf
500ml/10Β½fl oz beef stock
500ml/17fl oz beef stock
salt and freshly ground black pepper
80g/3oz fine white breadcrumbs
4 tsp soft dark brown sugar
80g/3oz pickled walnuts, sliced
salt and freshly ground white pepper
salt and ground white pepper
55g/2oz unsalted butter
85g/3oz unsalted butter
225ml/8fl oz semi-skimmed milk, warmed
120g/4oz shredded suet
150g/5Β½ oz smoked streaky bacon, cut into 1cm/ΒΌin dice
1kg/2lb 3oz braising steak, cut into 5cm/2in pieces
650ml/23fl oz Irish stout, such as Guinness