Five-Hour Stew - A Hearty and Flavorful Comfort Food

This five-hour stew is the ultimate comfort food that will warm you up on a chilly day. Made with tender meat, hearty vegetables, and aromatic spices, this stew is packed with flavor. It requires a longer cooking time to allow the flavors to meld together, resulting in a rich and satisfying dish. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal that your family will love.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
4. Add the carrots, potatoes, and peas to the pot. Stir well to combine.
5. Return the browned beef cubes to the pot.
6. Add the beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
7. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
8. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for five hours, stirring occasionally.
9. After five hours, the meat should be tender and the flavors well-developed.
10. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
11. Serve the five-hour stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and accompanied by crusty bread.

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