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Ultimate Beef Stew

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The Ultimate Beef Stew is a rich, hearty one-pot meal featuring tender chunks of beef, vegetables, and a deeply flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly days and make-ahead meals.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs stewing beef (chuck roast), cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth or stock
  • 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season beef with salt and pepper, then toss with flour to coat.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, then set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Deglaze with red wine (or a bit of broth), scraping up browned bits.
  5. Return beef to pot and add broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beef is tender.
  7. Add carrots, potatoes, and celery. Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, until vegetables are soft and stew thickens.
  8. Stir in peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Remove bay leaves.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use sweet potatoes, parsnips, or turnips for variety.
  • For a thicker stew, mash a few potato pieces or add a cornstarch slurry.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.

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