Bring large pot of water to the boil. Chop and add the leek. Add bay leaves and cloves. Simmer for about 1 hour

Add hot stock (water will have reduced a little bit). Peel potatoes and carrots. Put them in. Continue simmering for another 30 minutes

Brown mince, don't use oil. Drain excess fat and add it in. Continue simmering for another 15-20 minutes.

Make dumplings. Add herbs and cold butter to flour. Rub with your fingers until you get breadcrumbs. Add a sprinkle of cold water and mix until the dough is sticky

Using a teaspoon, dump the dumplings in the stew. Simmer for about another 20-30 minutes. Add salt to taste