Beef Stew Recipe With Red Wine For Depth - Best Beef Stew Recipes

Are you ready to dive into the delicious world of beef stew? Grab your favorite comfy pants, and let’s get cooking! Remember, the secret ingredient is often a dash of laughter (and maybe a splash of red wine). Just don’t let the beef hear you talking about it, or it might get self-conscious. Let's get started with a heartwarming bowl of Beef Stew with Red Wine!

Beef Stew w/ Red Wine

This isn't just any stew, folks! This is a pot of magic that warms your belly and soothes your soul. Plus, it's easy enough that even your pet goldfish could probably whip it up—not that you should let your goldfish near the stove. Let's look at the ingredients!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 cup red wine (for drinking and cooking, don't skimp!)
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. First, grab your trusty pot and heat those 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned beef and brown it on all sides without a single cow pun, please.
2. Next, toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Stir them around until they’re nice and fragrant, which is about the time you should think about pouring that glass of red wine for yourself—cheers!
3. Now, let’s get those carrots and celery in there. They need a cozy place to hang out too. Sauté them for a few minutes, so they’re not just wallflowers at this party.
4. Pour in the red wine and beef broth like you mean it. Add the tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf to give it that extra oomph!
5. Bring the pot to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer. Let it cook for at least 1.5 to 2 hours. Meanwhile, take a few dance breaks—your stew won’t mind!
6. Once it’s tender and delicious, season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf because it’s served its time.
7. Finally, serve it up hot, preferably in a bowl larger than your dreams, and enjoy every spoonful of your labor (and love)!

Now you're ready to impress your friends, family, or even that cute neighbor with your kitchen wizardry! Serve it with some crusty bread, and you’ve got yourself a winning dish. Time to dig in!