Cozy Oven-Braised Beef Stew

Ingredients:

– 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes

– 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

– 1 large onion, finely chopped

– 3 cloves garlic, minced

– 4 medium carrots, sliced into rounds

– 3 medium potatoes, cubed

– 2 cups rich beef broth

– 1 cup full-bodied red wine (optional, substitute with additional broth if desired)

– 2 tbsp concentrated tomato paste

– 1 tsp dried thyme

– 1 tsp dried rosemary

– 1 bay leaf

– Salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste

– Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

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Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F (165°C).

2. Sear the Beef: In a spacious Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper before adding to the pot in batches. Sear until evenly browned on all sides, then transfer the beef to a plate.

3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, introduce the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions turn translucent and fragrant.

4. Combine Everything: Return the seared beef to the Dutch oven. Stir in the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes, beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients.

5. Braise in Oven: Bring the stew to a gentle simmer on the stove, then cover the pot and transfer it to your preheated oven. Allow it to bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender and the flavors meld beautifully. Don’t forget to stir occasionally.

6. Finishing Touch: After cooking, remove the pot from the oven and discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.

7. Serve Warm: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Savor the depth of flavor in this heartwarming stew!

Prep Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 3 hours | Servings: 6

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