Melt the lard and soften the onion

• Melt the lard in a large frying pan over medium heat.
• Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent.

Brown the mince

• Add the minced beef and break it up with a spoon.
• Fry until well browned all over.

Add the vegetables and stock

• Stir in the potatoes and carrots.
• Pour in the beef stock and Worcestershire sauce, then season with salt and pepper.

Simmer until tender

• Cover and simmer gently, stirring now and then, until the potatoes are tender and the liquid has reduced.
• Add a splash of water if it dries out too much.

Finish and serve

• Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• Serve hot straight from the pan.