Easy Homemade Beef Stew – A Comforting Classic
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep & Season the Beef
1️⃣ Pat the beef chunks dry and season with salt and black pepper.
2️⃣ Toss the flour over the beef and coat evenly on all sides.
Step 2: Brown the Beef
3️⃣ Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
4️⃣ Sear the beef in batches, browning each side for about 3-4 minutes.
5️⃣ Remove the beef and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the Vegetables
6️⃣ In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, and carrots for 2-3 minutes.
7️⃣ Add the potatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce.
8️⃣ Stir and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Step 4: Simmer & Slow Cook
9️⃣ Bring the stew to a simmer, then add the beef back to the pot.
🔟 Cover and transfer to the oven at 325°F, cooking for 2-2.5 hours until the beef is tender.
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