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Classic Homemade Beef Stew 5 Irresistible Flavor Secrets Revealed

Classic Homemade Beef Stew
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Classic Homemade Beef Stew recipe with 5 flavor tips to make hearty tender stew that warms your soul and satisfies every bite

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional, can use extra broth instead)
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup frozen peas (added at the end)

    • Instructions

  • Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels to ensure a good brown crust.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef cubes in batches without crowding, then transfer to a plate.
  • Lower heat to medium. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  • Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to remove raw flour taste.
  • Slowly pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping browned bits off the pot's bottom. Return browned beef to the pot.
  • Add tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring stew to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes for beef to become tender and flavors to meld.
  • Add peeled and chunked potatoes and simmer uncovered for another 30 minutes to cook potatoes and thicken stew.
  • Stir in frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes more. Remove bay leaves, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Let stew rest off heat for 10 minutes before serving to allow thickening and flavor settling.

    • Notes

    Classic Homemade Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting dish featuring tender chunks of beef slow-simmered with fresh vegetables and a richly flavored broth. This recipe highlights the benefits of homemade techniques, delivering layers of savory taste from simple ingredients you likely have in your kitchen. Perfect for family meals or meal prepping, it promises warmth, taste, and satisfaction in every spoonful.

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