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Old Fashioned Beef Stew: Hearty Comfort Food for Everyone

Old Fashioned Beef Stew
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A classic recipe that brings warmth and comfort to your table. This Old Fashioned Beef Stew is rich, hearty, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cups beef stock
  • 3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss the beef pieces with flour until evenly coated.
  2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides.
  3. Add the chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
  4. Pour in beef stock and bring to a boil. Stir in thyme and bay leaf.
  5. Add potatoes and carrots, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
  6. Remove bay leaf and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a thicker stew, you can mix a bit of cornstarch with cold water and add it in during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Feel free to add any other vegetables you enjoy, such as peas or green beans.

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Keywords: Old Fashioned Beef Stew, comfort food, hearty stew

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