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Old Fashioned Beef Stew: Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights

Old Fashioned Beef Stew
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This Old Fashioned Beef Stew is the perfect comfort food for chilly nights, combining tender meat and hearty vegetables in a rich gravy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
  3. Stir in the chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until the onions are translucent.
  4. Add the beef broth, carrots, potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2 to 3 hours or until the beef is tender.
  6. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add red wine to the stew.
  • Feel free to include other vegetables like peas or green beans.

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Keywords: Old Fashioned Beef Stew, Comfort Food, Cozy Nights

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