Classic Italian Stew
A hearty, comforting stew made with tender beef and vegetables in a rich Italian tomato sauce. Perfect for a cold winter's night.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup, grated Grana Padano cheese
- ●2 lbs Beef stew meat
- ●1 large, chopped Onion
- ●2 medium, peeled and chopped Carrots
- ●2 stalks, chopped Celery
- ●3 cloves, minced Garlic
- ●28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- ●1 cup Red wine
- ●2 cups Beef broth
- ●1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 3
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
- 4
Add the garlic, crushed tomatoes, red wine, beef broth, and Italian seasoning to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 5
Return the browned beef to the pot and bring the stew to a boil.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Serve the stew hot, topped with grated Grana Padano cheese.
- 9
Enjoy your delicious Italian stew!
- 10
Refrigerate or freeze leftovers for later use.