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Homestyle Beef and Vegetable Stew
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Homestyle Beef and Vegetable Stew

Homestyle Beef and Vegetable Stew is a comforting and hearty dish filled with tender beef and a medley of vegetables simmered in a rich and savory broth. It's the perfect meal for warming up on cold days and bringing family together around the dinner table.
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Prep Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium onions chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 3 potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves

Method
 

  1. Prep the beef: Toss beef cubes with flour to evenly coat.
  2. Brown the beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides.
  3. Sauté vegetables: Add onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until onions are translucent.
  4. Simmer: Pour in beef broth and water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  5. Add vegetables and seasonings: Add carrots, potatoes, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until beef is tender.
  6. Finish with peas: Stir in frozen peas and cook for an additional 10 minutes. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Notes

  • Enhancements: Consider adding mushrooms or bell peppers for additional flavor and texture.
  • Alternative thickening: For a gluten-free version, use cornstarch instead of flour to coat the beef.