Hearty and Delicious Beef Stew Recipe

Enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of Pauline Werner's Beef Stew. This hearty and flavorful stew is perfect for chilly evenings. Packed with tender beef, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this dish will satisfy your taste buds and keep you full for hours. Plus, it's easy to make and can be ready in just a few hours. Serve this classic beef stew with some crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. In a large bowl, toss the beef stew meat with flour until coated.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat.
3. Add the coated beef to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
5. In the same pot, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent.
6. Add the carrots, celery, and potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Return the beef to the pot and pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using).
8. Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.
9. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
10. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
11. Remove the bay leaf and discard.
12. Garnish the stew with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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