Hearty Beef Stew with Vegetables

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lean stew beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 4 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 cups celery, sliced
• 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the cubed stew beef and sear on all sides until browned. Remove the beef from the pot and set it aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Return the seared beef to the pot.
6. Pour in the beef broth and red wine (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Add the carrots, potatoes, celery, green beans, bay leaves, and dried thyme to the pot. Stir to combine.
8. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked to your liking.
9. During the last 10-15 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas and season the stew with salt and black pepper.
10. Remove the bay leaves.
11. Serve your Hearty Beef Stew with Vegetables hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

This hearty beef stew with vegetables is a classic and wholesome meal that’s perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Enjoy the rich flavors and nutritious goodness of this comforting stew!