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Beef Stew

Hearty Beef Stew in a Rustic Bowl
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This hearty beef stew is the perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. Tender chunks of beef and vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful broth will warm you from the inside out.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 lb Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
  • 2 tbsp cold water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Season the beef stew meat with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using). Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the beef to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-2.5 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
  6. Add the potatoes to the stew and cook for another 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  7. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes, or until heated through.
  8. If you want a thicker stew, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl. Stir the mixture into the stew and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until thickened.
  9. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

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