Hearty Homemade Beef Stew 🍲

Hearty Beef Stew Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 kg (2 lb) beef chuck, cut into large chunks
• 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 3 carrots, sliced into thick pieces
• 1 large onion or pearl onions, peeled
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Brown the Beef
   Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the beef chunks and brown them on all sides. This adds rich flavor.
2. Prepare the Vegetables
   Place potatoes, carrots, and onions into a slow cooker (or large pot).
3. Add the Beef
   Transfer the browned beef on top of the vegetables.
4. Make the Sauce
   In a bowl, mix beef broth, tomato paste, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, bay leaf, and flour (if using). Pour over the beef and vegetables.
5. Cook
   • Slow Cooker: Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours.
   • Stovetop: Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2–3 hours until beef is tender.
6. Finish & Serve
   Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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Serving Suggestion:

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice for a comforting meal.