A comforting, slow-simmered stew that transforms humble beef into meltingly tender pieces surrounded by a rich, glossy sauce. Long, gentle cooking builds deep savory flavor while root vegetables keep the dish hearty and homey.
2 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper, ground
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 each yellow onion, coarsely chopped
4 each carrots, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
2 stalks celery, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
4 cup beef broth
1 ½ lb potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 each bay leaves
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
0 black pepper (finish)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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