Perfect Beef Stew (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 pounds beef stewing meat, trimmed and cut into 2-3 inch cubes.
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
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2 teaspoons salt.
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper.
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4 tablespoons vegetable oil.
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1 cup red wine.
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
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1 medium onion, peeled and finely diced.
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1 medium onion, cut into quarters.
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5 cloves garlic, minced.
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4 cloves garlic, whole.
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce.
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2 tablespoons tomato paste.
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4 cups low-sodium beef broth (more if needed).
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3 bay leaves.
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1 bunch fresh thyme.
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4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch rounds.
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1 cup diced celery.
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1 pound mini red potatoes, peeled and cut into halves.
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8 ounces baby Bella mushrooms, cleaned, stems removed and caps cut into halves.
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Fresh parsley, for garnish.
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, toss the beef chunks with flour, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
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In a heavy-duty, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
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Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
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Melt the butter in the pot, then add diced onion and minced garlic. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
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Stir in Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and beef broth. Add the browned beef back to the pot along with quartered onion, whole garlic cloves, bay leaves, and thyme.
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Cover and simmer on low heat for 1 1/2 hours, skimming broth as needed.
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Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Discard thyme and bay leaves.
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Add carrots, celery, potatoes, and mushrooms. Stir to combine. Cover and cook in the oven for 1 hour, or until vegetables are tender.
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Taste and adjust seasoning. For a thicker stew, add a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) and bring to a boil for 2 minutes.
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Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
# Notes:
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Perfect Beef Stew is a hearty, comforting classic, filled with tender beef, vegetables, and rich flavors. It’s perfect for cold nights or when you’re craving a filling, warm meal!.