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Hearty Beef Stew: A Comforting Pot of Tender Chunks and Flavorful Broth
Servings: 6-8
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Description: A classic comfort food recipe, Hearty Beef Stew is a staple of home cooking. Tender chunks of beef and vegetables simmer in a rich, flavorful broth that’s sure to warm hearts and fill bellies.
Ingredients:
For the stew:
- 2 pounds beef stew meat (such as chuck or round), cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 red potato, peeled and chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 bay leaves
For the crusty bread (optional):
- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until it begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, and potato and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add the thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir to combine. Add the beef broth, red wine (if using), and browned beef to the pot. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Remove the bay leaves and simmer the stew for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the flavors have melded together and the stew has thickened slightly. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve the stew hot, accompanied by crusty bread (if desired) to mop up the flavorful broth.
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