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Italian Beef Stew

A comforting and hearty one-pot wonder, this Italian Beef Stew is perfect for chilly evenings, with rich flavors and easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Crusty bread for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the beef chunks on all sides and remove from the pot.
  2. In the same pot, add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
  3. Add the carrots, potatoes, and the browned beef back into the pot.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes. Add the red wine, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
  6. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

For best flavor, let it sit overnight in the fridge. Can be made in a slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours. Leftovers keep in the fridge for 3-4 days or can be frozen for up to three months.