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Beef Stew

Ingredients:

  • 1kg meat (of your choice), cubed
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Paprika, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 200ml water
  • 7 potatoes, boiled and cubed
  • 1 carrot, boiled and sliced
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Parsley, chopped, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Begin by cutting the meat into cubes if it’s not already done.
  2. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the cubed meat to the pan and fry until golden brown.
  4. Once cooked, remove the meat from the pan and set it aside.
  5. In the same pan, add the chopped onions.
  6. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
  7. Return the cooked meat to the pan with the onions.
  8. Mix well to combine.
  9. Add the minced garlic, salt, paprika, and black pepper to the pan.
  10. Stir until the spices are well incorporated.
  11. Toss in the chopped tomatoes and mix everything together.
  12. Pour in the water, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  13. Add the boiled potatoes and sliced carrots to the pan.
  14. Mix gently to combine.
  15. Season with additional pepper to taste.
  16. Allow the dish to simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to absorb the flavors.
  17. Finally, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish and mix well.
  18. Serve hot and enjoy this hearty and flavorful meat and vegetable stew!
  19. This dish pairs well with rice or crusty bread.
  20. Add the boiled potatoes, boiled carrots, pepper and mix everything.
  21. Let it cook for another 5 minutes.
  22. Add the parsley and mix well.
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Beef Stew with Carrots & Potatoes https://barefootstiletto.com/2024/03/16/beef-stew-with-carrots-potatoes/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 08:16:44 +0000 https://barefootstiletto.com/?p=4029 Beef Stew with Carrots & Potatoes Ingredients: 2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed 2 tablespoons […]

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Beef Stew with Carrots & Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and water, and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
  6. After 1 hour, add the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, bay leaves, and dried thyme to the pot.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Cover and continue to simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  9. Discard the bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  10. Serve the beef stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes

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