Dad's New Zealand Mince Stew - A Hearty and Flavorful Dish

Dad's New Zealand Mince Stew is a delicious and comforting dish packed with flavors from Down Under. Made with tender minced beef, vegetables, and a variety of spices, this hearty stew is perfect for chilly evenings. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this flavorful stew in no time. This recipe brings a taste of New Zealand to your kitchen, making it a great addition to your dinner rotation.

Ingredients

• 1 lb minced beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
3. Add the diced onion, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Pour in the beef broth and bring the stew to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Add the frozen peas to the stew and continue simmering for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of New Zealand.

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