Thermos Bottle Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into cubes
• 1 cup potatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup red wine (optional)

Directions

1. Heat the oil in the thermos bottle. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the beef broth, oregano, thyme, basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
3. Add the beef cubes and potatoes. Stir to combine. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the peas, tomato paste, and red wine (if using). Stir to combine. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• This stew is a great way to use up leftovers.
• You can use any type of vegetable in this stew, such as mushrooms, bell peppers, squash, or zucchini.
• You can also use any type of meat, such as chicken, pork, or lamb.