Traditional Beef Stew Recipe
Ingredients:
2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
4 carrots, chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
2 tbsp. flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup red wine
2 bay leaves
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 lb. potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup frozen peas
Steps:
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides.
Add garlic, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to coat.
Add beef broth, red wine, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
Add potatoes and frozen peas. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Remove bay leaves before serving.
Variations:
Beef and Mushroom Stew
Add 1 lb. sliced mushrooms to the Dutch oven with the garlic and vegetables.
Replace the beef broth with mushroom broth.
Serve over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread.
Beef and Guinness Stew
Replace the red wine with Guinness stout.
Replace the thyme with rosemary.
Add 1 tbsp. tomato paste.
Serve with Irish soda bread.
Beef and Butternut Squash Stew
Replace the potatoes with 1 lb. chopped butternut squash.
Add 1 chopped apple with the vegetables.
Replace the red wine with apple cider.
Serve with crusty bread or cornbread.
Conclusion:
Traditional Beef Stew is a classic dish that is perfect for warming up on a cold day. With a few simple variations, you can transform this humble stew into a gourmet meal that will impress even the most discerning foodies. Whether you prefer a traditional beef stew or want to try something new, there is a recipe out there for everyone. So, grab your Dutch oven and get cooking!
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