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Old Fashioned Beef Stew Recipe

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Old Fashioned Beef Stew is a classic comfort food made with tender beef chunks, hearty vegetables like potatoes and carrots, all slow-cooked in a rich gravy. This recipe is perfect for cold days, offering a filling and flavorful meal that's easy to prepare with simple ingredients. Enjoy the taste of traditional home-cooked stew with this simple, slow-simmered recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 4 large carrots, sliced
  • 4 large potatoes, diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Brown beef on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
  • Add onion and garlic to the pot, sauté until softened.
  • Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Slowly add beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  • Add beef back into the pot along with carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.
  • Remove bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
  • This stew can also be made in a slow cooker. Brown the beef first, then transfer everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours.

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