Cozy Beef Stew
Tender beef, garden-fresh potatoes, and vegetables simmer slowly in a rich, savory broth until every spoonful is hearty and comforting. It’s the kind of dinner that makes the whole house smell wonderful.
Serves: 6
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: about 2½ hours
Ingredients
- 2½ lb beef chuck, cut into 1½-inch cubes
- 1½ teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, cut into chunks
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup red wine (or extra beef broth)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1½ lb potatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 cup peas (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley