Are you craving a hearty and flavorful meal that will warm you up from the inside out? Look no further than a delicious beef stew. This timeless dish is not only comforting but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite ingredients and flavors. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to cook a perfect beef stew right in your own kitchen.
EQUIPMENT
- A large Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Knife for the chef
- Cutting Board
- Measurement cups and spoons
INGREDIENTS
- 2 lbs of beef chuck broken into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- four cloves of garlic to be minced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 carrots cut, peeled and diced
- 4 potatoes, diced
- 2 celery stalks and chopped
- 4 cups of beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 leaves from a bay
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- Add salt and pepper according to your taste.”
INSTRUCTIONS
- Sear the BeefThe the olive oil in the Dutch oven on medium-high heat.Then season your beef well using Salt and Pepper.Add the beef to the pot and cook until it is brown, approximately 5 mins per side.Take the beef from the pot and place aside.
- Saute the AromaticsAdd the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until fragrant, around 2 minutes.Incorporate the carrots, potatoes, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Deglaze the PotPour into your red wine (if you’re using it) and scrape any bits of browned food out of the pot using the wooden spoon.
- Simmer the StewThen, return your steak to the pot.Incorporate the broth from beef, tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce bay leaves, and Thyme.Let the stew come to the point of boiling, then lower the heat to a simmer. Let it simmer at a simmer for 1.5 up to two hours or until the meat is tender.
- Serve and EnjoyCheck the stew for taste to adjust seasoning by adding pepper and salt, if needed.Take out all bay leaves before serving.Pour the hot stew into bowls and serve it with crusty bread or cooked rice.
Beef Stew
Notes
With this easy beef stew recipe, you can prepare a delicious and warm dish that is perfect for any event. Whether you’re cooking it for your family members on an icy evening or having a dinner gathering with your friends and family, this rich stew is sure to please. Put on your sleeves, get the ingredients, and prepare to take a bite in the delicious bowl of home-cooked goodness.