German Beef Stew
A hearty and flavorful German-inspired stew made with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich broth.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef (stew meat)
- ●2 tablespoons irish butter
- ●1 medium onion
- ●2 medium tomato
- ●2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ●2 cups xtra beef broth
- ●1 cup stew
- ●2 bay leaves
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat the irish butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the tomato to the pot and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 6
Add the flour to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 7
Gradually add the xtra beef broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- 8
Return the beef to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 9
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 10
Add the stew and bay leaves to the pot and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- 11
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 12
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.