Beef Stew

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

– 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
– 4 cups beef broth
– 3 carrots, sliced
– 2 potatoes, cubed
– 1 onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 2 bay leaves
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil

 

Directions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
3. Remove the beef and set aside.
4. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper.
6. Return the beef to the pot, then add beef broth, carrots, potatoes, and bay leaves.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
8. Simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
9. Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot.

Prep Time: Approximately 20 minutes
Cooking Time: About 2 hours

Nutritional Values (per serving):
Calories: 350
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fat: 15g
Fiber: 4g

There’s something so comforting about home-cooked beef stew, and I always love hearing how it turns out for others who try it. Happy cooking!