Classic beef stew

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"When I was growing up, there were a few staple meals that my mom and I ate (a LOT) One I remember loving, because it was so cozy... was beef stew (typically, Cambpells hahaha) that we would serve with a good slice of butter, and over white rice. Its='s inexpensive, and full of flavor. And you're cozy, and full afterwards. So here's my "grown up" take on a childhood classic."
-- @shelbyykhan
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Prep time: 5mins
Cook time: 1hr 30mins

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ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds beef (stew cut)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 chopped yellow onion
  • 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) red wine
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 17 ounces beef bone broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 peeled and chopped carrots
  • 3 small chopped Yukon gold potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons softened butter
  • 3 tablespoons gluten free flour
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • rice, for serving

Method

  • Step 1

    Heat avocado oil in a large pot.

  • Step 2

    Add beef to pot, season generously with salt and pepper.

  • Step 3

    Brown on all sides, and remove from pot. Set aside.

  • Step 4

    Add onion and cook to soften.

  • Step 5

    Add rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes.

  • Step 6

    Add tomato paste, and stir to combine, scraping from bottom of pan. Cook 1-2 minutes until deep red.

  • Step 7

    Pour in red wine, and bring to a boil. Boil for about 3-5 minutes.

  • Step 8

    Drop in bay leaves, and add beef broth. Return to boil.

  • Step 9

    Return beef to pot.

  • Step 10

    Toss chopped carrots with nutmeg, and add to pot.

  • Step 11

    Add potato, and simmer covered for about 30 minutes, until potatoes and carrots have softened.

  • Step 12

    In a small dish, use a fork to combine softened butter and flour. Drop into pot, and stir to combine. This will help thicken your stew.

  • Step 13

    Once stew has thickened a bit, and you're just about ready to serve... add frozen peas. (they take no time to cook, and are best with a little bite left to them!)

  • Step 14

    Serve ladled over white rice, with an extra pat of butter.