Best Ever Beef Stew

Certainly! Here’s a recipe for a delicious and hearty beef stew that’s sure to be a hit. This recipe focuses on building layers of flavor with simple ingredients and slow cooking for tender, fall-apart beef. Enjoy making the best ever beef stew!

Ingredients:

For the Beef:

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the Stew:

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (Yukon gold or red potatoes work well)
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with more beef broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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