Hearty Tomato and Beef Stew
Warm up with this hearty tomato and beef stew, packed with tender pieces of stew meat, vibrant peeled tomatoes, and hearty vegetables like potatoes and celery. Infused with aromatic garlic, this comfort dish is perfect for chilly evenings and is sure to satisfy your hunger with every flavorful spoonful.
ingredients
- 3 cups peeled tomatoes, chopped
- 1 lb stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 2.
Add stew meat and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3.
Stir in onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant, around 2 minutes.
- 4.
Pour in beef broth, then add the chopped tomatoes, potatoes, celery, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- 5.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 6.
Adjust seasoning as needed, and remove from heat.
- 7.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.