Hearty Big Bear Stew Recipe for a Cozy Winter Night

This Big Bear Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for cold winter nights. Packed with tender chunks of beef, root vegetables, and savory broth, this stew will warm you up from the inside out. Serve with crusty bread for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef stew meat and brown on all sides.
2. Add onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
3. Stir in carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for a few minutes until slightly softened.
4. Pour in beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let stew simmer for 1.5-2 hours, until beef is tender.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
7. Remove bay leaves before serving.
8. Enjoy your delicious Big Bear Stew!

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