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Harvest Vegetable Beef Stew

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A hearty beef stew packed with vibrant harvest vegetables, tender chunks of beef, and a rich broth, perfect for chilly evenings or soul-soothing comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 parsnips, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches, searing until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. Lower the heat slightly and add the diced onion. Sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  4. Pour in the red wine (if using), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to burn off the alcohol.
  5. Return the beef to the pot and add the beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 1 hour.
  6. Add the carrots, parsnips, celery, and potatoes. Stir to combine, then cover and cook for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender and the beef is melt-in-your-mouth soft.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Notes

For a thicker stew, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it in. Add vegetables in stages to avoid mushiness. Fresh herbs add brightness and depth to the dish.

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Keywords: beef stew, comfort food, harvest vegetables, hearty stew, fall recipes

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