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Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew

Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew for Ultimate Comfort in a Bowl

Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can be replaced with olive oil or butter
  • 2 pounds beef chuck ensure it has some fat for flavor
  • 1 cup red wine can substitute with beef broth or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 large onion sautéed until translucent
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste briefly caramelized
  • 4 cups beef broth the liquid base for the stew
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 3 medium carrots chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas can swap with fresh peas, green beans, or corn
  • to taste salt essential seasoning
  • to taste pepper essential seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season beef chuck with salt and pepper, then brown cubes in batches for about 5 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
  2. Lower heat to medium and add remaining oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for about 1 minute. Deglaze pot with red wine, scraping browned bits, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Return beef to the pot, pour in beef broth, add thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer and cover, cooking for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  5. Once beef is tender, add chopped carrots and potatoes. Continue to simmer for another 30-40 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender.
  6. Five minutes before serving, stir in frozen peas. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Ladle stew into bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Browning the beef develops rich flavor. Simmering gently keeps meat tender. Adjust seasoning before serving for optimal flavor.

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