Delicious Beef Stew

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups beef broth
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
3 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 cup of frozen peas

Instructions:

Brown the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove the beef and set it aside.
Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute.
Combine Ingredients: Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the beef broth, potatoes, carrots, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring it to a boil.
Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours. Stir occasionally until the beef is tender.
Add Peas (Optional): If using, add the frozen peas in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Enjoy your delicious homemade beef stew! Let me know if you have any questions about the recipe