Classic British Beef Stew
A hearty, comforting stew originating from the UK, made with tender beef and root vegetables.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef stewing beef
- ●2 medium carrots
- ●2 large potatoes
- ●1 large onion
- ●3 cloves garlic
- ●2 cups beef broth
- ●1 cup red wine
- ●2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ●1 teaspoon thyme
- ●1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
Season the beef with salt and thyme.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 4
Sear the beef until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- 5
Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
- 7
Add the beef broth and red wine to the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- 8
Return the beef to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 9
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- 10
Braise the stew for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 11
Remove the pot from the oven and stir in the flour to thicken the stew.
- 12
Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.