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Classic Beef Stew

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A hearty, one-pot beef stew with tender beef chunks and vegetables in a rich gravy, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 lb small potatoes, quartered
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the beef dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, then remove and set aside.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and red wine (if using) until smooth.
  7. Stir in the tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves.
  8. Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  9. Add the potatoes and cook for another 30-45 minutes, or until tender.
  10. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes more.
  11. Remove the bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Serve hot, perhaps over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For a thicker gravy, you can make a slurry with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the simmering stew during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  • This stew tastes even better made a day ahead and reheated.

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