Beef Stew Meat Recipe 🥘

[bbcarmela]

There's nothing quite like a warm, hearty beef stew to comfort you on a chilly day. This recipe is packed with tender meat, flavorful vegetables, and rich broth. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this beef stew is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients ​

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 carrots, sliced
• 4 potatoes, diced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup peas (optional)
• 2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)

Procedure ​

1. Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides. Remove the meat and set it aside.
2. Sauté Veggies: In the same pot, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until they become soft and fragrant.
3. Add Carrots and Potatoes: Stir in the carrots and potatoes, cooking for a few minutes.
4. Combine Ingredients: Return the beef to the pot. Add beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together. Stir occasionally.
6. Optional Additions: In the last 15 minutes of cooking, add peas if desired. If you prefer a thicker stew, mix flour with a bit of water to create a slurry and stir it into the stew.
7. Serve: Remove bay leaves and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious beef stew with a slice of crusty bread!

This beef stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up on a cold day or enjoying a cozy meal with loved ones. The combination of tender meat and flavorful vegetables makes it a satisfying and nutritious dish. Give it a try and let the rich, hearty flavors bring a smile to your face!

Bon appétit!

 

[Prutsald]

The step-by-step instructions are super helpful... thanks for making it easy to follow!

 

[Kiriya Ubuyashiki]

Hey, that beef stew recipe sounds bomb! Thanks for sharing it. I can already imagine how cozy it would be on a chilly day, with that rich broth and all those hearty veggies. Definitely gonna try it out soon!