Classic Beef Stew Recipe for a Hearty Dinner
Ingredients:
3 tbsp olive oil
2 lbs beef stew meat (cubed)
2 medium onions, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 oz of beer (dark or light, your choice)
4 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp tomato paste
½ tsp paprika
1 tsp thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp sugar
3 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
3 carrots, sliced
Instructions:
1. Sear the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside. This step helps create a deep flavor for your tender beef stew.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add diced onions and cook until soft, stirring occasionally. Then, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Build the Flavor: Pour in the beer and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan (this adds extra depth to your easy beef stew). Next, add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, paprika, thyme, sugar, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer for Tenderness: Return the browned beef to the pot. Cover and simmer the stew over low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the beef becomes incredibly tender.
5. Add Vegetables: About 30 minutes before the stew is finished, add the chopped potatoes and sliced carrots. Continue simmering until the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Serve & Enjoy: Your delicious and hearty beef stew is ready to serve! Perfect for warming up on a cold day. Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes for an extra comforting meal.