Ingredients
– 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 4 cups beef broth
– 3 large carrots, chopped
– 3 large potatoes, cubed
– 2 medium onions, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 2 teaspoons dried thyme
– 2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
– 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1 bay leaf
– 2 cups diced parsnips (optional)
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Beef Stew with Tender Root Veggies is straightforward if you follow these well-defined steps:
1. Prep Your Ingredients: Begin by chopping all vegetables and cubing the beef. Having everything ready will streamline the process.
2. Brown the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides.
3. Cook the Aromatics: Once the beef is seared, add the diced onions and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onions become translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to enhance its flavor.
5. Pour in the Broth: Gradually add the beef broth to the pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom to incorporate the flavors.
6. Season: Add salt, pepper, thyme, and the bay leaf to enrich the broth’s taste.
7. Incorporate Root Veggies: Add the carrots, potatoes, and parsnips (if using) to the pot. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
8. Bring to a Simmer: Increase the heat to high until the stew reaches a gentle boil. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 2-3 hours.
9. Adjusting Seasoning: Check the seasoning during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Add Worcestershire sauce and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
10. Serve: Once the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through, remove the bay leaf and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
These steps ensure that you create a truly incredible Beef Stew with Tender Root Veggies that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g