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Old-Fashioned Beef Stew: 1 pot, pure comfort

Old-Fashioned Beef Stew (Slow-Simmered Comfort Classic)
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This is a recipe for Old-Fashioned Beef Stew, a slow-simmered classic that brings comforting nostalgia to your table. Eleanor and Richard from Delish Diarist share this recipe, inspired by their global travels and a lifetime of delicious memories.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Toss beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, then remove and set aside.
  4. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth, red wine (if using), and Worcestershire sauce. Add thyme and bay leaf.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the preheated oven.
  7. Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until beef is tender.
  8. Add potatoes to the pot, stir, and continue baking for another 30-45 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  9. Stir in frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes more, or until heated through.
  10. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can sear the beef more deeply.
  • If you don’t have red wine, you can use an additional cup of beef broth.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference before serving.

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